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Space City Kicks

Robert Pollard · 2011

36 min · 18 tracks · indie rock

A playful blend of lo-fi indie rock and surreal storytelling, wrapped in concise, catchy melodies.

Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

  • quick bursts of playful energy
  • catchy melodies for sing-alongs
  • surreal storytelling in short tracks
  • for lighthearted moments
  • ideal for casual listening

Maybe skip if you want

  • seekers of lengthy compositions
  • prefer serious, introspective themes

Where this album fits

Career context
Released on January 18, 2011, 'Space City Kicks' is Robert Pollard's first solo album after the disbandment of Guided by Voices in 2004, marking a significant shift in his musical trajectory. At this point, Pollard had already established himself as a prolific songwriter and was aiming to explore new creative avenues outside of his former band's legacy.
Stylistic neighbors
Guided by Voices· Pavement· The Mountain Goats

Tracklist

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

  • 1 Mr. Fantastic Must Die 1:28
  • 2 Space City Kicks 2:29
  • 3 Blowing Like a Sunspot 1:16
  • 4 I Wanna Be Your Man in the Moon 2:20
  • 5 Sex She Said 1:49
  • 6 One More Touch 1:59
  • 7 Picture a Star 1:44
  • 8 Something Strawberry 1:23
  • 9 Follow a Loser 2:22
  • 10 Children Ships 2:32
  • 11 Stay Away 1:07
  • 12 Gone Hoping 1:47
  • 13 Into It 1:29
  • 14 Tired Life 3:38
  • 15 Touch Me in the Right Place at the Right Time 1:51
  • 16 Woman to Fly 2:50
  • 17 Getting Going 2:29
  • 18 Spill the Blues 1:33

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