Superman Was a Rocker
Robert Pollard · 2008
29 min · 13 tracks · indie rock
A quirky blend of lo-fi indie rock and playful lyrical absurdity that showcases Pollard's distinctive songwriting.
Is this for you?
Good fit if you like
- quirky lyrical absurdity
- short bursts of energy
- playful sing-along moments
- brief tracks for quick listens
Maybe skip if you want
- slow, patient unfolding
Where this album fits
- Career context
- By the time 'Superman Was a Rocker' was released in January 2008, Robert Pollard had established himself as a prolific figure in indie rock, known for his work with Guided by Voices. This album marked his fifth solo release and came after the band's disbandment in 2004, positioning Pollard in a phase of continued creative exploration outside the band’s shadow.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Guided by Voices· Pavement· The Mountain Goats
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Another Man's Blood 3:41
- 2 Go Down First 2:02
- 3 Back to the Farm 4:11
- 4 Substitute Heaven 3:01
- 5 Prince Alphabet 2:05
- 6 You Drove the Snake Crazy 1:54
- 7 Surveillance 2:19
- 8 Fascination Attempt 0:24
- 9 Love Your Spaceman 2:23
- 10 Jumping 1:46
- 11 St. Leroy 1:38
- 12 Peacock 2:08
- 13 More Hot Dogs Please 2:23
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