single · April 4, 1995

Tom Courtenay

Yo La Tengo

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indie rockalternative

This 1995 single showcases Yo La Tengo's signature blend of fuzzy guitar work and understated vocals, serving as a precursor to their critically acclaimed album 'Temporary Skin'.

• The single was released on Matador Records in April 1995.
• This release features the album track "Tom Courtenay" and the B-side "Sequestered."
• "Tom Courtenay" is a standout track from the album 'Temporary Skin,' which was released later that year.

Yo La Tengo is a Brooklyn-based indie rock band formed in 1984, known for their experimental and genre-bending approach to guitar music. By 1995, they had established a reputation for prolific output and a fiercely independent spirit within the alternative rock scene.