New Wave Hot Dogs
Yo La Tengo · 1987
33 min · 12 tracks · indie rock
A playful blend of lo-fi textures and eclectic melodies that captures the spirit of late '80s indie rock.
Is this for you?
Good fit if you like
- playful energy for gatherings
- brief bursts of catchy hooks
- quirky tunes for afternoon vibes
- short tracks for quick listens
Maybe skip if you want
- prefer longer, immersive albums
- seek serious, introspective themes
Where this album fits
- Career context
- Released in 1987, 'New Wave Hot Dogs' was Yo La Tengo's third studio album, following their sophomore effort 'Electric Version'. At this time, they were gaining recognition within the indie scene but had yet to achieve widespread commercial success. This album showcases their evolution towards a more refined sound while retaining their experimental roots.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Built to Spill· The Mountain Goats· Sonic Youth
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Clunk 3:27
- 2 Did I Tell You 3:25
- 3 House Fall Down 2:39
- 4 Lewis 2:25
- 5 Lost in Bessemer 1:18
- 6 It’s Alright (The Way That You Live) 4:08
- 7 3 Blocks From Groove St. 2:19
- 8 Let's Compromise 1:52
- 9 Serpentine 1:54
- 10 A Shy Dog 3:30
- 11 No Water 3:13
- 12 The Story of Jazz 3:30
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