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Waving At The Astronauts

Robert Pollard · 2011

41 min · 10 tracks · indie rock

A kaleidoscopic blend of lo-fi indie rock with whimsical lyrics and catchy melodies.

Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

  • steady mid-tempo explorations
  • whimsical lyrics for light-heartedness
  • catchy melodies for sing-alongs
  • background warmth for casual listening

Maybe skip if you want

  • prefer fast-paced tracks
  • seek deep emotional intensity

Where this album fits

Career context
Released in 2011, 'Waving At The Astronauts' is Robert Pollard's first solo album post-Guided By Voices' hiatus. This period marked a transition for Pollard, allowing him to explore a more personal sound away from the band’s collective identity. His prolific nature shines through this release, showcasing his continual evolution as a songwriter.
Stylistic neighbors
Guided by Voices· Pavement· The Mountain Goats

Tracklist

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

  • 1 Paradise Is Not So Bad 4:45
  • 2 Nobody’s Milk 3:34
  • 3 (Doing the) Math 4:40
  • 4 Product Head 3:53
  • 5 You’re Gonna Need a Mountain 5:46
  • 6 Sexless Auto 3:13
  • 7 Trip the Web 4:00
  • 8 They Called Him So Much 3:04
  • 9 Keep It in Orbit 4:01
  • 10 What Am I? 4:11

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