Alien Lanes

Guided by Voices

Alien Lanes

RELEASED: April 04, 1995
TYPE: FULL LENGTH
Track Listing
1. A Salty Salute 1:29 2. Evil Speakers 0:58 3. Watch Me Jumpstart 2:24 4. They're Not Witches 0:51 5. As We Go Up, We Go Down 1:37 6. (I Wanna Be a) Dumbcharger 1:13 7. Game of Pricks 1:33 8. The Ugly Vision 1:35 9. A Good Flying Bird 1:07 10. Cigarette Tricks 0:18 11. Pimple Zoo 0:42 12. Big Chief Chinese Restaurant 0:56 13. Closer You Are 1:56 14. Auditorium 1:02 15. Motor Away 2:06 16. Hit 0:22 17. My Valuable Hunting Knife 2:00 18. Gold Hick 0:30 19. King and Caroline 1:36 20. Striped White Jets 2:15 21. Ex-Supermodel 1:06 22. Blimps Go 90 1:40 23. Strawdogs 1:17 24. Chicken Blows 2:21 25. Little Whirl 1:46 26. My Son Cool 1:41 27. Always Crush Me 1:44 28. Alright 2:56
Historical Archive
Alien Lanes is often regarded as one of Guided by Voices' seminal albums, showcasing their lo-fi aesthetic and eclectic songwriting. The album features a mix of short, punchy tracks and more expansive song structures, blending elements of indie rock, pop, and experimental music. Its raw sound and lyrical vulnerability have earned it a lasting legacy in the indie music scene, influencing countless artists and garnering a dedicated fanbase.