Released 10 years ago
Murder in the Second Degree
Yo La Tengo · 2016
77 min · 28 tracks · indie rock
A vibrant collage of covers that reinterprets classics through an indie rock lens with playful experimentation.
Is this for you?
Good fit if you like
- playful reinterpretations of classics
- dynamic range with peaks
- short bursts of energy
- for casual gatherings
- varied pacing keeps interest
Maybe skip if you want
- prefer long, cohesive albums
- seek deep lyrical narratives
Where this album fits
- Career context
- By the time 'Murder in the Second Degree' was released in 2016, Yo La Tengo had already established themselves as a pivotal force in indie rock since their formation in 1984. This album followed their 2013 release 'Fade' and showcased their eclectic influences while continuing to evolve their sound, emphasizing a blend of homage and innovation.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Built to Spill· The Mountain Goats· Sonic Youth
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Alley Cat 1:12
- 2 New York Groove 2:48
- 3 Bertha 3:13
- 4 Add it Up 2:52
- 5 To Love Somebody 2:53
- 6 Civilization (Bongo, Bongo, Bongo) 0:35
- 7 Suspect Device 1:53
- 8 First I Look at the Purse 2:20
- 9 Jailbreak 3:03
- 10 Popcorn 1:37
- 11 Girl From the North Country 2:03
- 12 Build Me Up Buttercup 3:06
- 13 I Wanna Be Free 2:05
- 14 Rock and Roll Love Letter 2:54
- 15 Emotional Rescue 1:40
- 16 Some Velvet Morning 2:29
- 17 The Low Spark of High-Heeled Boys / Mr. Soul 4:55
- 18 Pay to Cum 1:37
- 19 Never My Love 1:50
- 20 King Kong 3:12
- 21 White Lines (Don’t Don’t Do It) 2:06
- 22 Slurf Song 1:57
- 23 Different Drum 3:18
- 24 Crazy 0:59
- 25 Be My Baby 3:22
- 26 Hey Ya! 3:03
- 27 Heart of Darkness 5:09
- 28 Chantilly Lace / Medley 8:47
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