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271. Built to Spill

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271. Built to Spill

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! - 61.5%
Maybe, but others deserve it first. - 7.7%
Probably not, but it wouldn't be the end of the world. - 7.7%
No opinion. - 0%
No way! - 23.1%

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! - 61.5%
Maybe, but others deserve it first. - 7.7%
Probably not, but it wouldn't be the end of the world. - 7.7%
No opinion. - 0%
No way! - 23.1%

BRIGHT EYES W/ BUILT TO SPILL

Jun 06, 2026

Buy your Tickets to see Bright Eyes w/ Built To Spill HERE!

Forest Hills Stadium, 1 Tennis Place, Forest Hills, United States Of America

Bright Eyes
Built To Spill

BOYS AND GIRLS IN AMERICA 20 - THE HOLD STEADY

Jun 13, 2026

Buy your Tickets to see Boys and Girls in America 20 - The Hold Steady HERE!

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

The Hold Steady
Built To Spill

ZOOTOWN

Jun 19, 2026

Buy your Tickets to see Zootown HERE!

Missoula Fairgrounds, 1101 South Avenue West, Missoula, United States Of America

Zootown
The Lumineers

COURTNEY BARNETT - CREATURE OF HABIT TOUR

Aug 30, 2026

Buy your Tickets to see Courtney Barnett - Creature of Habit Tour HERE!

Hollywood Palladium, 6215 Sunset Blvd, Hollywood, United States Of America

Courtney Barnett
Built To Spill
 
Last modified on Friday, 23 January 2026 00:42

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