One of those bands whose name precedes their music, "Guided By Voices" is a veteran of the Indie Rock structure. Having logged numerous miles along a fifteen year plus journey, they approach the new millennium with what appears to be their most mature effort in "Do The Collapse." Catchy big time power-pop and wistful ballads blend freely throughout the sixteen relatively quick tracks, characterizing an album neither short on luster or gifted for the eclectic. The album boasts several off-center song titles: "Zoo Pie," "Optical Hopscotch," "Much Better Mr. Buckles" and "Strumpet Eye." "Guided By Voices?" One can only wonder.

Multi-talented Robert Pollard, singer/songwriter, former school teacher and collegiate football star, leads the way on their latest showing. All in all, it's impressive in an addictively foot-tapping sort of way that captures elements of fuzz-rock's latest commercial stars and the likes of vintage Talking Heads and Cheap Trick on this Ric Ocasek produced offering.