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This Stupid World

Yo La Tengo · 2023

48 min · 9 tracks · indie rock

A reflective blend of gentle melodies and dissonant textures that captures a sense of melancholic introspection.

Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

  • steady pacing for reflective moments
  • melancholic introspection during solitude
  • gentle melodies for quiet evenings
  • consistent progression throughout listening

Maybe skip if you want

  • seekers of instant gratification
  • prefer upbeat party atmospheres

Where this album fits

Career context
Released on February 10, 2023, 'This Stupid World' is Yo La Tengo's first album in five years, following their 2018 release 'There's a Riot Going On'. By this point in their career, the band has established themselves as stalwarts of indie rock, continually evolving their sound while maintaining an intimate connection with their audience through nuanced songwriting.
If this clicks, go next to
There's a Riot Going On — Continues the reflective mood and introspective themes with more experimental sounds.

Tracklist

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

  • 1 Sinatra Drive Breakdown 7:24
  • 2 Fallout 4:36
  • 3 Tonight’s Episode 4:50
  • 4 Aselestine 3:50
  • 5 Until It Happens 3:15
  • 6 Apology Letter 5:02
  • 7 Brain Capers 4:50
  • 8 This Stupid World 7:27
  • 9 Miles Away 7:30

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