Styles We Paid For
Guided by Voices · 2020
38 min · 15 tracks · indie rock · lo-fi
A raw, energetic blend of lo-fi indie rock that captures spontaneity and lyrical whimsy.
Why this album works
- Best for
- whimsical storytelling with spontaneity short bursts of energetic fun for casual gatherings
- Context
- Upon its release in December 2020, 'Styles We Paid For' marked Guided by Voices' return to their prolific output after a brief hiatus. This album followed their 2019 effort 'Sweating the Plague', showcasing the band's continued evolution while maintaining their signature sound. As a cornerstone of the indie rock scene, they remained influential even as they embraced a more experimental approach.
- If you like
- indie rock, lo-fi
Styles We Paid For is an album by Guided by Voices, released in 2020. A raw, energetic blend of lo-fi indie rock that captures spontaneity and lyrical whimsy. 'Styles We Paid For' received positive critical reception, with many praising its concise songwriting and engaging melodies. The album's release highlighted Guided by Voices' unwavering commitment to their craft, solidifying their place within the indie rock genre amidst a resurgence of interest in lo-fi aesthetics. Here's what makes it worth your time and what to listen to next.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does Styles We Paid For sound like?
A raw, energetic blend of lo-fi indie rock that captures spontaneity and lyrical whimsy. Rooted in indie rock and lo-fi.
What makes Styles We Paid For by Guided by Voices notable?
'Styles We Paid For' received positive critical reception, with many praising its concise songwriting and engaging melodies. The album's release highlighted Guided by Voices' unwavering commitment to their craft, solidifying their place within the indie rock genre amidst a resurgence of interest in lo-fi aesthetics. Upon its release in December 2020, 'Styles We Paid For' marked Guided by Voices' return to their prolific output after a brief hiatus. This album followed their 2019 effort 'Sweating the Plague', showcasing the band's continued evolution while maintaining their signature sound. As a cornerstone of the indie rock scene, they remained influential even as they embraced a more experimental approach.
Who is Styles We Paid For for?
Styles We Paid For works well if you're into whimsical storytelling with spontaneity, short bursts of energetic fun and for casual gatherings.
How many songs are on Styles We Paid For?
Styles We Paid For has 15 tracks, running approximately 38 minutes.
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Megaphone Riley 2:06
- 2 They Don't Play the Drums Anymore Standout 2:07
- 3 Slaughterhouse 4:32
- 4 Endless Seafood 2:58
- 5 Mr Child 3:22
- 6 Stops 2:04
- 7 War of the Devils 2:32
- 8 Electronic Windows to Nowhere 1:57
- 9 Never Abandon Ship 1:55
- 10 Roll Me To Heaven Standout 2:16
- 11 In Calculus Strategem 2:03
- 12 Crash at Lake Placebo Standout 2:44
- 13 Liquid Kid 3:22
- 14 Time Without Looking 1:42
- 15 When Growing Was Simple 2:30
Release Date
December 11, 2020
Artist Origin
United States
Runtime
38 min 15 sec
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