Thursday, June 04, 2009

New Yo La Tengo

I am heading off to Connecticut tomorrow for my 15th college reunion. Music played a huge role in life during those four years. One of the great highlights of my time in college was working at the radio station both as a deejay and later as the promotions director. Through both roles, I got to meet a ton of bands and artists and see some pretty amazing shows. Some artists were incredibly friendly - Mike Watt, Laura Ballance of Superchunk. Some were incredibly arrogant - Eric Gaffney and Lou Barlow of Sebadoh. Some were totally fun and hilarious - Archers of Loaf and Velocity Girl. Some were a little scary (but totally cool) - Mule. And some were so unassuming and down to Earth, it was hard to believe they were a rock and roll band - Yo La Tengo.

It turns out that the Hoboken three piece has a new album coming out on Matador on September 8th entitled Popular Songs. So in celebration of my 15th college reunion, I offer you a sneakpeek at the first single. Have a great weekend.

Periodically Double Or Triple (mp3) from Popular Songs
Pass The Hatchet, I Think I'm Goodkind (mp3) from I Am Not Afraid Of You And I Will Beat Your Ass