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Yo La Tengo
Yo La Tengo is an American indie rock band based in Hoboken, New Jersey. With more than 15 albums released since their formation in 1984, they have demonstrated unusual longevity for the indie-rock scene. They are frequently regarded as one of the definitive indie rock groups of the 1990s. Though Yo La Tengo has achieved limited mainstream success, the band has become a critical favorite with a devoted fan base. Etymology , New York City.]]The band's name comes from a baseball anecdote. During the 1962 season, New York Mets center fielder Richie Ashburn and Venezuelan shortstop Elio Chacón found themselves colliding in the outfield. When Ashburn went for a catch, he would scream, "I got it! I got it!" only to run into the 160-pound Chacón, who spoke only Spanish. Ashburn learned to yell, "¡Yo la tengo! ¡Yo la tengo!" which is "I have it" in Spanish. In a later game, Ashburn happily saw Chacón backing off. He relaxed, positioned h

Discography

I Am Not Afraid of You and I Will Beat Your Ass
I Am Not Afraid of You and I Will Beat Your Ass


Prisoners of Love: A Smattering of Scintillating Senescent Songs 1985-2003 [3 disc]
Prisoners of Love: A Smattering of Scintillating Senescent Songs 1985-2003 [3 disc]


Painful
Painful


Electr-O-Pura
Electr-O-Pura


President Yo La Tengo/New Wave Hot Dogs
President Yo La Tengo/New Wave Hot Dogs


Fakebook
Fakebook


Videos