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.
Why this album works
'New Wave Hot Dogs' is significant for its critical reception, including praise from influential publications such as 'Rolling Stone' and 'The Village Voice'. The album helped solidify Yo La Tengo's position in the indie rock landscape during a period marked by burgeoning alternative music scenes, influencing future generations of artists.
- Best for
- playful energy for gatherings brief bursts of catchy hooks quirky tunes for afternoon vibes
- 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
- Moby· Neil Young· Beck· Green Day· Sonic Youth· R.E.M.· Nine Inch Nails· Tori Amos
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Clunk Standout 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 Standout 3:30
- 11 No Water 3:13
- 12 The Story of Jazz 3:30
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