Same Place the Fly Got Smashed

Guided by Voices

Same Place the Fly Got Smashed

RELEASED: November 30, -0001
TYPE: FULL LENGTH
1. Airshow '88 2:12 2. Order for the New Slave Trade 3:09 3. The Hard Way 2:53 4. Drinker's Peace 1:52 5. Mammoth Cave 2:17 6. When She Turns 50 2:07 7. Club Molluska 1:35 8. Pendulum 1:49 9. Ambergris 0:52 10. Local Mix-Up 4:40 11. Murder Charge 6:39 12. Starboy 1:10 13. Blatant Doom Trip 3:59 14. How Loft I Am? 1:05
Same Place the Fly Got Smashed is an album characterized by its lo-fi sound, experimental approach, and the eclectic songwriting of Robert Pollard. The album features a diverse range of musical styles, from straightforward rock to more avant-garde compositions, reflecting the band's unique blend of influences and their penchant for catchy melodies and cryptic lyrics. The release is noted for its raw production quality, which became a hallmark of Guided by Voices' aesthetic and contributed to their cult following.