Space Gun cover

Space Gun

Guided by Voices · 2018

39 min · 15 tracks · indie rock · lo-fi

A vibrant collage of lo-fi melodies and cryptic lyrics that encapsulate Guided by Voices' signature charm.

Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

  • dynamic collection of short tracks
  • vibrant melodies with playful charm
  • wave-like pacing for easy flow
  • quirky themes for curious minds
  • for casual listening

Maybe skip if you want

  • prefer longer, cohesive albums
  • seek polished, high-production sound

Where this album fits

Career context
Released on January 1, 2018, 'Space Gun' marked Guided by Voices' first album since reuniting with their classic lineup in 2016. This period was characterized by a resurgence in their creative output after years of shifting members and styles. The album showcased the band's ability to blend experimental sounds with concise songwriting.
Stylistic neighbors
Pavement· The Mountain Goats· Sebadoh

Tracklist

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

  • 1 Space Gun 4:17
  • 2 Colonel Paper 1:59
  • 3 King Flute 1:22
  • 4 Ark Technician 2:18
  • 5 See My Field 2:47
  • 6 Liars' Box 2:49
  • 7 Blink Blank 3:25
  • 8 Daily Get-Ups 1:35
  • 9 Hudson Rake 1:44
  • 10 Sport Component National 2:48
  • 11 I Love Kangaroos 3:08
  • 12 Gray Spat Matters 1:28
  • 13 That's Good 3:15
  • 14 Flight Advantage 2:23
  • 15 Evolution Circus 3:36

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