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They Shoot, We Score

Yo La Tengo · 2008

57 min · 27 tracks · indie rock

A collection of intimate, experimental pieces blending lo-fi charm with contemplative soundscapes.

Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

  • introspective late-night reflections
  • short, immersive listening sessions
  • dynamic emotional journeys
  • layered, dense sonic textures
  • contemplative background ambiance

Where this album fits

Career context
Released in 2008, 'They Shoot, We Score' is a compilation of Yo La Tengo's contributions to film soundtracks and outtakes from previous albums. It follows their critically acclaimed 2006 album 'I Am Not Afraid of You and I Will Beat Your Ass', showcasing the band's eclectic approach to music and their ability to blend genres seamlessly.

Tracklist

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

  • 1 Leaving Home 2:46
  • 2 Getting Lost 3:04
  • 3 Path to Springs 1:33
  • 4 Driving Home 3:49
  • 5 Leaving Home (alternate version) 4:27
  • 6 Old Joy: End Credits 2:48
  • 7 Ashley 1:38
  • 8 Meerkat 0:36
  • 9 Madeline 0:41
  • 10 A Roomful of Ladies (outtake) 1:59
  • 11 David Wark 1:07
  • 12 Aftermath (outtake) 2:09
  • 13 George 0:42
  • 14 This Could Be It 2:51
  • 15 The Phantom Who Haunts Broadway 0:44
  • 16 Game Time 1:05
  • 17 Pharaoh Blue 2:43
  • 18 Zoo Chant 2:31
  • 19 Love Chant 4:55
  • 20 Asbestos 1:06
  • 21 Return of the Pharaoh 1:34
  • 22 Spec Bebob 3:06
  • 23 Buckner's Boner 2:26
  • 24 Isolation Tank 2:11
  • 25 Panic in Central Park (outtake) 1:12
  • 26 Panic in Central Park 1:11
  • 27 Wizard's Sleeve 2:08

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