Alex G - Rocket

Rocket is a genre-blurring masterpiece that captures the lo-fi indie darling at his most eclectic and emotionally raw. Released in 2017, this critically acclaimed album finds Alex Giannascoli weaving between folk, country, experimental rock, and bedroom pop with a fearless, DIY spirit that’s become his signature.

The record opens with “Poison Root,” a hazy, violin-laced invitation into Rocket’s unpredictable sonic world. From the twangy sing-along charm of “Bobby” to the distorted chaos of “Brick,” Alex G balances beauty and dissonance with disarming ease. “Sportstar” and “Judge” dive into Auto-Tuned experimentation, while “Powerful Man” and “Guilty” return to intimate, narrative-driven songwriting that feels both confessional and cryptic.

Rocket feels like flipping through someone’s unfiltered journal—vulnerable, strange, and sometimes jarring, but always captivating. It’s an album that defies labels while still feeling remarkably cohesive, thanks to Alex G’s singular vision and haunting melodies that stick with you long after the final note.

For fans of Elliott Smith, Modest Mouse, or anyone who craves the beautifully off-kilter, Rocket is a must-have vinyl gem.