Stuff Like That There cover

Stuff Like That There

Yo La Tengo · 2015

45 min · 14 tracks · indie rock

A lush tapestry of indie rock infused with intimate covers and original songs, weaving nostalgia with heartfelt storytelling.

Why this album works

This album is notable for its unique blend of covers and original tracks, earning critical acclaim for its understated beauty. It was well-received by publications like Pitchfork, which praised its charm and nuanced songwriting, reinforcing Yo La Tengo's status as indie rock stalwarts.
Best for
nostalgic storytelling with warmth steady mid-tempo reflective moments intimate covers for quiet evenings
Context
By 2015, Yo La Tengo was well-established in the indie rock scene, having released their breakthrough album 'I Can Hear the Heart Beating as One' in 1997. 'Stuff Like That There' came five years after their last studio album, showcasing a more reflective phase in their career where they embraced slower tempos and softer sounds, further solidifying their influence through reinterpretation and collaboration.

Tracklist

Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.

  • 1 My Heart’s Not in It 2:48
  • 2 Rickety 3:47
  • 3 I’m So Lonesome I Could Cry Standout 2:52
  • 4 All Your Secrets 3:18
  • 5 The Ballad of Red Buckets 4:49
  • 6 Friday I’m in Love Standout 3:11
  • 7 Before We Stopped to Think 2:59
  • 8 Butchie’s Tune 2:47
  • 9 Automatic Doom Standout 2:37
  • 10 Awhileaway 4:03
  • 11 I Can Feel the Ice Melting 2:36
  • 12 Naples 2:45
  • 13 Deeper Into Movies 5:09
  • 14 Somebody’s in Love 2:06

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