There’s a Riot Going On — Yo La Tengo

A radical, immersive calm that feels like a protective bubble against the outside world.

Tracklist · 15 Tracks · 1h 3m

You Are Here

5:44

Shades of Blue

2:51

She May, She Might

5:23

For You Too

4:14

Ashes

3:33

Polynesia #1

2:26

Dream Dream Away

5:50

Shortwave

5:44

Above the Sound

5:41

Let’s Do It Wrong

3:34

What Chance Have I Got

3:06

Esportes Casual

1:26

Forever

4:20

Out of the Pool

2:46

Here You Are

6:56

Moments Worth Listening For

The slow-motion motorik pulse of 'For You Too' that feels like a warm embrace.

The way 'Shortwave' dissolves into a beautiful, static-filled ambient haze.

The transition from the instrumental opener 'You Are Here' into the gentle pop of 'Shades of Blue'.

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