261. Built to Spill

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One of the common threads on our site is that of the Indie band and whether they will have a place in the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame.  Let’s talk about another one shall we?

From the 90’s comes the case of Built to Spill, which has been described as an interesting blend of Neil Young meets Dinosaur Jr.  What works in their favor is the high amount of current acclaimed bands that have cited Built to Spill as an influence but with the plight of many an Indie band, they will be denied based on having little commercial success.


Should Built to Spill be in the Hall of Fame?

Definitely put them in! - 66.7%
Maybe, but others deserve it first. - 8.3%
Probably not, but it wouldn't be the end of the world. - 8.3%
No opinion. - 0%
No way! - 16.7%

The Bullet Points

  • Eligible Since: Tuesday, 01 January 2019
  • Country of Origin: U.S.A. (Boise, ID)
  • Why they will get in:

    They have the influence and the acclaim in their favor.
  • Why they won't get in:

    They never reached the mainstream and are unknown to many.
  • Essential Albums:

    There’s Nothing Wrong with Love (1994)

    Perfect from Now On (1997)

    Keep It Like a Secret (1999)

    Ancient Melodies of the Future (2001)
  • Our Five Favorite Songs as Chosen by Each Member of the NIHOF Committee:

    Randy Described Eternity (From Perfect from Now On, 1997)

    Untrustable/Part 2 (From Perfect from Now On, 1997)

    Time Trap (From Keep It Like a Secret, 1999)

    Happiness (From Ancient Melodies of the Future, 2001)

    Good Ol’ Boredom (From There Is No Enemy, 2009)

Should Built to Spill be in the Hall of Fame?

Definitely put them in! - 66.7%
Maybe, but others deserve it first. - 8.3%
Probably not, but it wouldn't be the end of the world. - 8.3%
No opinion. - 0%
No way! - 16.7%

YO LA TENGO + BUILT TO SPILL

Jul 12, 2025

Buy your Tickets to see Yo La Tengo + Built To Spill HERE!

Ryman Auditorium, 116 Rep. John Lewis Way North, Nashville, United States Of America

YO LA TENGO + BUILT TO SPILL

Jul 12, 2025

Buy your Tickets to see Yo La Tengo + Built To Spill HERE!

Ryman Auditorium, 116 5th Ave. N, Nashville, United States Of America

BUILT TO SPILL / YO LA TENGO

Jul 13, 2025

Buy your Tickets to see BUILT TO SPILL / YO LA TENGO HERE!

The Pageant, 6161 Delmar, Saint Louis, United States Of America

YO LA TENGO + BUILT TO SPILL

Jul 14, 2025

Buy your Tickets to see Yo La Tengo + Built To Spill HERE!

The Salt Shed Indoors (Shed), 1357 N Elston Ave, Chicago, United States Of America

 
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