Guided By Voices: Influences

The eclectic ‘90s rock ‘n' roll of Guided By Voices is a raucous mix of classic riffage and left-field experimentation. The Who's meaty hooks and force-of-nature songwriting on tunes like “Bargain” left a clear mark on GBV, as did the rowdy power pop of Cheap Trick cuts like “Downed.” The underground jangle pop of R.E.M.'s “1,000,000” is a spiritual companion to Bob Pollard's poetic leanings.