Sweating the Plague CD

After twenty-nine albums, Guided By Voices offers a sharp pivot with Sweating the Plague, a deceptive blend of lo-fi roots and polished ambition. The jangling guitars from Doug Gillard and Bobby Bare Jr. anchor the sound, making for an unexpected yet satisfying listen. Twelve tracks hold all the clutter of their prolific catalog in tight, focused arrangements, offering authenticity without the homemade grit. It's a clear statement or perhaps a misdirect in the fluctuating landscape of rock.