Guided By Voices has always been a band that has thrived on their live performances. With their album Live And Uncensored In Los Angeles, they have captured that energy and excitement perfectly. The album is a collection of live recordings from their tour in 1999, and it showcases the band at their best.
The album starts off with a bang, with the high-energy track "Buzzards and Dreadful Crows." From there, the band launches into a set of their greatest hits, including "I Am a Scientist," "Game of Pricks," and "Tractor Rape Chain." Each song is performed with a rawness and intensity that can only be captured in a live setting.
One of the highlights of the album is the extended version of "Bulldog Skin," which features a blistering guitar solo from Doug Gillard. The band also includes a cover of The Who's "Substitute," which they make their own with their signature lo-fi sound.
Throughout the album, frontman Robert Pollard's vocals are in top form, and the band's tight musicianship is on full display. The audience's enthusiasm is palpable, and it's clear that they're having just as much fun as the band.