Robert Pollard is an American musician and singer-songwriter best known as the lead vocalist and creative force behind the indie rock group Guided by Voices. His musical style is characterized by lo-fi production, brief song durations, and an eclectic mix of rock genres. Pollard's extensive discography, which includes over 100 full-length albums, showcases distinctive elements such as his prolific songwriting, surreal lyrics, and melodic hooks. His influence is significant within indie and alternative rock circles, with Guided by Voices' 1994 album "Bee Thousand" often cited as a landmark of 1990s lo-fi music.