President Yo La Tengo
Yo La Tengo · 1989
30 min · 7 tracks · indie rock
A collage of lo-fi experimentation and intimate melodies, reflecting a playful yet introspective indie rock ethos.
Why this album works
The album is notable for its eclectic mix of styles and influences, helping to define the band's identity in the burgeoning indie rock landscape. Its lo-fi aesthetic and experimental approach were well-received, contributing to Yo La Tengo's reputation as a pioneering force in the genre, earning them critical praise from various music publications.
- Career context
- Released in early 1989, 'President Yo La Tengo' was Yo La Tengo's third studio album, following their 1986 debut 'Ride the Tiger' and sophomore effort 'New Wave Hot Dogs'. At this point in their career, the band was solidifying their signature sound while gaining momentum within the indie rock scene.
- 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 Barnaby, Hardly Working Standout 4:28
- 2 Drug Test Standout 4:02
- 3 The Evil That Men Do (Craig’s version) 2:37
- 4 The Orange Song 3:20
- 5 Alyda 3:36
- 6 The Evil That Men Do (Pablo’s version) Standout 10:30
- 7 I Threw It All Away 2:12
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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