Guided By Voices

Q: What types of live events does Guided By Voices perform at?

Corporate galas, award ceremonies, product launches, conferences, festivals, and private VIP events.

Q: How much does it cost to book Guided By Voices for a live event?

Fees depend on event type, audience, location, set length, technical requirements, and travel needs.

Q: What production requirements should we prepare?

We’ll provide a technical rider outlining sound, stage, lighting, and hospitality. This ensures a seamless performance.

Q: How far in advance should we book?

The earlier the better, many performers are booked months in advance, especially during peak seasons. Please also be aware that they might be touring which means that they might be out of the country or has luck has it in yours.

Q: Can Guided By Voices customize their performance (setlist, special song requests)?

Yes, within reason. Please share requests early so we can confirm feasibility.

Q: Can Guided By Voices also participate in other types of events or campaigns?

Yes — in addition to live performances, many of our Live Talent can take part in brand campaigns, media projects, or speaking engagement, depending on their individual skills. Make sure to select the type of commercial booking that you are interested in when filling out the form.

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Guided By Voices has established itself as an influential indie rock band, known for its prolific output and energetic live performances. After gaining wider recognition with their 1992 album Propeller, Guided By Voices released Bee Thousand in 1994. Distributed by Matador Records, Bee Thousand became an indie landmark, solidifying the band’s status and enabling its members to pursue music full-time. This breakthrough followed years of self-financed independent releases, establishing their distinctive lo-fi sound, and their first live shows outside Ohio in 1993.

Officially signing with Matador Records in 1994, Guided By Voices delivered prolific albums, including Alien Lanes (1995) and Do the Collapse on TVT Records (1999). In 2000, they expanded their global footprint with visits to Australia, New Zealand, and Japan, alongside their four-disc, 100-song box set Suitcase. Returning to Matador Records in 2002, they released Universal Truths and Cycles (2002) and Earthquake Glue (2003), culminating in a greatest hits compilation. Their live presence was highlighted by appearances on Austin City Limits and Late Night with Conan O’Brien in 2004 before an announced disbandment.

Following a second announced disbandment in 2014, Robert Pollard confirmed a new lineup for the band’s second reunion in 2016. The revitalized Guided By Voices immediately made an impact with their first double album, August by Cake, released in 2017, marking Robert Pollard’s 100th album. Demonstrating incredible output, the band delivered three releases in 2019, including Zeppelin Over China, and three more albums in 2020. This prolificacy continued with multiple annual releases through 2023.

Looking ahead, the band released Strut of Kings in 2024 and has announced Universe Room and Thick, Rich & Delicious for release in 2025, underscoring their enduring influence and commitment to their distinctive sound.