Universal Truths and Cycles

by Guided by Voices

Universal Truths and Cycles cover art

Marking a triumphant return to Matador Records after a brief major-label stint, Robert Pollard led the band through a dense, remarkably eclectic pop-rock masterclass. The sprawling record expertly balances their classic lo-fi, fragmented aesthetic with soaring, highly arranged progressive pop hooks.

Genres

  • Indie Rock
  • Art Rock

Tracklist

  1. Wire Greyhounds
  2. Skin Parade
  3. Zap
  4. Christian Animation Torch Carriers
  5. Cheyenne
  6. The Weeping Bogeyman
  7. Back to the Lake
  8. Love 1
  9. Storm Vibrations
  10. Factory Of Raw Essentials
  11. Everywhere with Helicopter
  12. Pretty Bombs
  13. Eureka Signs
  14. Wings of Thorn
  15. Car Language
  16. From A Voice Plantation
  17. The Ids Are All Right
  18. Universal Truths And Cycles
  19. Father Sgt. Christmas Card