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Silverfish Trivia

Robert Pollard · 2007

22 min · 7 tracks · indie rock

An eclectic mix of lo-fi indie rock that balances brevity with vivid lyrical imagery and playful melodies.

Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

  • short bursts of playful energy
  • vivid imagery in every track
  • for quick listening breaks
  • front-loaded excitement throughout

Maybe skip if you want

  • prefer long, immersive albums
  • seek deep lyrical introspection

Where this album fits

Career context
By 2007, Robert Pollard had established himself as a prolific figure in indie rock, releasing 'Silverfish Trivia' as his third solo album following the dissolution of Guided by Voices. This album came during a phase where Pollard was exploring more experimental sounds outside his band's traditional framework, allowing him to further develop his unique songwriting style.
Stylistic neighbors
Guided by Voices· Pavement· The Mountain Goats

Tracklist

Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.

  • 1 Come Outside 1:18
  • 2 Circle Saw Boys Club 2:54
  • 3 Wickerman Smile 2:01
  • 4 Touched to Be Sure 4:20
  • 5 Waves, Ect. 1:31
  • 6 Cats Love a Parade 7:56
  • 7 Speak in Many Colors 2:09

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