The best Yeah Yeah Yeahs albums

11 records, ordered by how much they reward a first listen — not by chart position.

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Fever to Tell

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    Fever to Tell

    Fever to Tell

    2003

    Raw garage punk energy combines with art rock's experimental edge and visceral lyricism, creating a frenetic and unforgettable debut.

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    Is Is

    Is Is

    2007

    A raw blend of art rock and garage punk that pulses with infectious energy and biting lyrical wit.

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    Cool It Down

    Cool It Down

    2022

    A vibrant fusion of art rock and punk energy, layered with reflective lyrics and a bold sonic palette.

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    Yeah Yeah Yeahs

    Yeah Yeah Yeahs

    2001

    Raw energy and off-kilter melodies collide in a vibrant blend of garage punk and art rock swagger.

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    Show Your Bones

    Show Your Bones

    2006

    A dynamic blend of art rock and garage punk, infused with emotional depth and experimental textures.

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    Machine

    Machine

    2002

    Raw, gritty guitar riffs collide with Karen O's visceral vocals, encapsulating the chaotic energy of early 2000s alternative rock.

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    Mosquito

    Mosquito

    2013

    A chaotic blend of punk energy and experimental soundscapes, Mosquito captures the Yeah Yeah Yeahs' distinctive artistic edge.

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    ITunes Originals – Yeah Yeah Yeahs

    ITunes Originals – Yeah Yeah Yeahs

    2009

    A raw blend of acoustic renditions and candid interviews reveals the Yeah Yeah Yeahs' vibrant essence and artistic evolution.

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    Tell Me What Rockers to Swallow

    Tell Me What Rockers to Swallow

    2004

    A chaotic blend of art rock and garage punk, pulsating with raw energy and experimental fervor.

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    KO at Home

    KO at Home

    2006

    A raw, intimate collection of unrefined sonic sketches blending garage punk energy with introspective art-rock textures.

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    It's Blitz!

    It's Blitz!

    2009

    A vibrant fusion of dance-punk and art rock, pulsating with synthetic textures and Karen O's commanding vocals.