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Released 50 years ago

Yesterday & Today

Y&T · 1976

40 min · 9 tracks · hard rock · heavy metal

A gritty blend of hard rock riffs and melodic hooks that encapsulate the energy of the mid-70s rock scene.

Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

  • dynamic journey with peaks
  • gritty energy for road trips
  • melodic hooks for sing-alongs
  • wave-like pacing for engagement

Maybe skip if you want

  • prefer instant gratification
  • seek minimalist soundscapes

Where this album fits

Career context
'Yesterday & Today' was Y&T's debut album, released in January 1976 as they emerged from the San Francisco music scene. The band was beginning to carve out their identity following earlier performances under the name 'Yesterday and Today.' This album marked a crucial step in solidifying their sound and presence in the burgeoning hard rock and heavy metal landscape.
Stylistic neighbors
Tesla· Dokken· Queensrÿche

Tracklist

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

  • 1 Animal Woman 3:40
  • 2 25 Hours a Day 3:39
  • 3 Game Playing Woman 5:24
  • 4 Come on Over 3:08
  • 5 My Heart Plays Too 6:38
  • 6 Earthshaker 3:19
  • 7 Fast Ladies (Very Slow Gin) 4:30
  • 8 Alcohol 4:31
  • 9 Beautiful Dreamer 5:32

Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata