Scalping the Guru
Guided by Voices · 2022
33 min · 20 tracks · indie rock · lo-fi
A whirlwind of concise indie rock bursts, packed with lo-fi charm and whimsical storytelling.
Why this album works
- Best for
- whimsical storytelling in bursts quick, energetic listening sessions surprising transitions between tracks
- Context
- Released on October 28, 2022, 'Scalping the Guru' marks Guided by Voices' first album in the post-pandemic era, showcasing their continued prolific nature. This album follows the band's previous release, 'Earth Man Blues,' indicating their sustained creative momentum and commitment to releasing new music nearly every year.
- If you like
- indie rock, lo-fi
Scalping the Guru is an album by Guided by Voices, released in 2022. A whirlwind of concise indie rock bursts, packed with lo-fi charm and whimsical storytelling. 'Scalping the Guru' further solidifies Guided by Voices' reputation for high output and craftsmanship within the indie rock scene. The album received positive reviews for its concise songwriting and inventive arrangements, contributing to their ongoing influence on lo-fi music and indie rock movements. Here's what makes it worth your time and what to listen to next.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does Scalping the Guru sound like?
A whirlwind of concise indie rock bursts, packed with lo-fi charm and whimsical storytelling. Rooted in indie rock and lo-fi.
What makes Scalping the Guru by Guided by Voices notable?
'Scalping the Guru' further solidifies Guided by Voices' reputation for high output and craftsmanship within the indie rock scene. The album received positive reviews for its concise songwriting and inventive arrangements, contributing to their ongoing influence on lo-fi music and indie rock movements. Released on October 28, 2022, 'Scalping the Guru' marks Guided by Voices' first album in the post-pandemic era, showcasing their continued prolific nature. This album follows the band's previous release, 'Earth Man Blues,' indicating their sustained creative momentum and commitment to releasing new music nearly every year.
Who is Scalping the Guru for?
Scalping the Guru works well if you're into whimsical storytelling in bursts, quick, energetic listening sessions and surprising transitions between tracks.
How many songs are on Scalping the Guru?
Scalping the Guru has 20 tracks, running approximately 33 minutes.
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Matter Eater Lad Standout 1:10
- 2 Damn Good Mr. Jam 3:32
- 3 Hunter Complex 1:39
- 4 My Impression Now Standout 2:06
- 5 Scalding Creek 1:36
- 6 Mobile 1:24
- 7 Melted Pat 1:41
- 8 Glow Boy Butlers 1:51
- 9 Hey Aardvark 0:48
- 10 Spring Tiger 2:15
- 11 Rubber Man 0:31
- 12 Big School 2:24
- 13 Volcano Divers 1:16
- 14 Indian Fables 0:41
- 15 Pink Gun 0:36
- 16 Dusty Bushworms 2:29
- 17 Gelatin, Ice Cream, Plum 1:25
- 18 Grandfather Westinghouse 2:24
- 19 Johnny Appleseed Standout 2:21
- 20 Scalping the Guru 0:58
Release Date
October 28, 2022
Artist Origin
United States
Runtime
33 min 7 sec
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