Guided By Voices - Thick Rich And Delicious

“I'm a student of hooks,” says Robert Pollard. “That perfect combination of a lyric and a chord pattern that gives you that chill up the back of your spine.”

Thick Rich And Delicious delivers exactly that—a front-to-back power pop triumph overflowing with hooks. Recorded live to tape in a Brooklyn studio at punishing volume, the album captures the spontaneous, electric energy of Guided By Voices’ legendary live shows. With minimal overdubs and a focus on raw performance, the record feels both urgent and effortless.

Pollard pairs a fresh batch of songs with unearthed gems dating back to the band’s early days, including the lifelong hook from “Oxford Talawanda.” Backed by Grammy-nominated Bobby Bare Jr on harmonies, the sound is, true to its title, thick, rich, and delicious—a satisfying addition to the band’s storied catalog.