Surrender Your Poppy Field
Guided by Voices · 2020
38 min · 15 tracks · indie rock
A lo-fi tapestry of quirky melodies and playful lyrics that captures the essence of indie rock's eclectic spirit.
Top tracks — play these first
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Year of the Hard Hitter Start here — Opening with an infectious energy, this track sets a vibrant tone for the album with its punchy rhythms and witty lyrics that reflect Pollard's trademark style.
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Volcano — This song features layered instrumentation and clever wordplay, showcasing the band's knack for blending catchy melodies with thought-provoking themes.
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Stone Cold Moron — With its driving beat and sardonic lyrics, this track exemplifies the band's unique blend of humor and introspection, making it a standout moment on the record.
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Always Gone — This brief yet poignant track encapsulates the album's emotional core, offering a reflective moment amidst the more energetic songs.
Is this for you?
Good fit if you like
- playful brevity with quick bursts
- steady flow with interludes
- for casual background listening
- short tracks for fleeting moments
- lighthearted energy for easy enjoyment
Maybe skip if you
- seeking long, immersive experiences
- prefer dense, layered compositions
Where this album fits
- In the catalog
- Late Career Highlight — Shows continued vitality with a whimsical sound after member's return.
- Themes
- quirky humor· lo-fi nostalgia
- Career context
- Surrender Your Poppy Field is Guided by Voices' first album since the return of founding member Robert Pollard after a brief hiatus. Released in 2020, this album comes as the band continues to explore their signature sound while pushing creative boundaries, maintaining their prolific output with multiple releases in just a few years.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Pavement· The Mountain Goats· Sebadoh
Tracklist
- 1 Year of the Hard Hitter Start here 4:01
- 2 Volcano 3:05
- 3 Queen Parking Lot 1:28
- 4 Arthur Has Business Elsewhere 2:54
- 5 Cul-De-Sac Kids 2:35
- 6 Cat Beats a Drum 2:37
- 7 Windjammer 2:39
- 8 Steely Dodger 2:44
- 9 Stone Cold Moron 2:30
- 10 Physician 3:37
- 11 Man Called Blunder 2:49
- 12 Woah Nelly 1:00
- 13 Andre the Hawk 2:01
- 14 Always Gone 1:36
- 15 Next Sea Level 3:07
What to play next
Mirrored Aztec
2020
Continues the eclectic spirit with fresh melodies and playful energy.
Styles We Paid For
2020
Precedes it with a similar lo-fi charm and quirky songwriting.
If this landed
Records by other artists that run on the same instinct.
Crooked Rain, Crooked Rain
Pavement
Shares a similar lo-fi aesthetic and quirky melodies, blending humor with indie rock's eclecticism.
All Hail West Texas
The Mountain Goats
Emphasizes playful storytelling and lo-fi production, echoing the nostalgic vibe of Guided by Voices.
In the Aeroplane Over the Sea
Neutral Milk Hotel
Combines whimsical lyrics and a raw sound, resonating with the quirky charm of Surrender Your Poppy Field.
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