Glad Music
R. Stevie Moore · 1986
56 min · 15 tracks · country · indie rock · jazz
An eclectic blend of lo-fi experimentation and catchy melodies, reflecting R. Stevie Moore's unique outsider artistry.
Glad Music is an album by R. Stevie Moore, released in 1986. An eclectic blend of lo-fi experimentation and catchy melodies, reflecting R. Stevie Moore's unique outsider artistry. 'Glad Music' is significant for its role in cementing Moore's reputation as a trailblazer in the outsider music movement, influencing countless artists who embraced lo-fi aesthetics. The album’s unconventional sound and distribution methods resonated with the burgeoning indie scene of the time, contributing to a growing appreciation for independent musicians outside the mainstream music industry. Here's what makes it worth your time and what to listen to next.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does Glad Music sound like?
An eclectic blend of lo-fi experimentation and catchy melodies, reflecting R. Stevie Moore's unique outsider artistry. Rooted in country and indie rock.
What makes Glad Music by R. Stevie Moore notable?
'Glad Music' is significant for its role in cementing Moore's reputation as a trailblazer in the outsider music movement, influencing countless artists who embraced lo-fi aesthetics. The album’s unconventional sound and distribution methods resonated with the burgeoning indie scene of the time, contributing to a growing appreciation for independent musicians outside the mainstream music industry. Released in 1986, 'Glad Music' is R. Stevie Moore's ninth studio album, showcasing his prolific output during a period when he was establishing himself as a pivotal figure in the DIY music scene. This album follows his earlier work in the late 1970s and early 1980s, where he began to gain recognition for his innovative home-recording techniques and genre-defying style.
How many songs are on Glad Music?
Glad Music has 15 tracks, running approximately 56 minutes.
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Norway 3:03
- 2 I Like to Stay Home Standout 4:06
- 3 I Wouldn’t Mind Dyin’ 2:33
- 4 He’s Nuts 4:15
- 5 Part of the Problem 3:45
- 6 Don’t Let Me Go to the Dogs 4:11
- 7 Your Dancing Ears (edit) Standout 3:37
- 8 Glib Contempt 4:35
- 9 Why Should I Love You 3:25
- 10 I Love You So Much It Hurts 3:16
- 11 Shakin’ in the Sixties 2:43
- 12 Along Comes Mary 2:55
- 13 Colliding Circles 3:50
- 14 Time Stand Still 2:55
- 15 The Strange 7:37
Release Date
February 1, 1986
Artist Origin
United States
Runtime
56 min 46 sec
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