Zack: When this album first came out, I remember hearing Maps on the radio pretty often and absolutely adoring the song. Unfortunately, I could never quite remember the name of the band or the song really. After all, Yeah Yeah Yeahs is such a difficult name to remember. So instead of looking into the band at all, I worked very hard on completely forgetting about them and found a great deal of success in that endeavor. But one day I was doing a Sporcle quiz (it’s funny how much I have gained from that website), and an answer was this song. I wrote its name down so as not to forget it again and finally obtained and listened to their music. Golly gee are they terrific. This album, their debut LP (although they preceded its release with a pair of EPs), really encapsulates how talented they are. Maps may be the most well-known song from this album, but every track is good in its own way. Some are more punk rock while others lean more towards the garage rock persuasion. No matter the genre, every song is crafted with love and it really shines through when you listen to the album.
Favorite Tracks: Maps; Rich; Y Control
Emily: To me, the Yeah Yeah Yeahs are a uniquely modern band. Their sound is eclectic and cool, drawing on punk, garage, and alternative without sticking to one easily defined genre. Karen O's voice easily bends to fit these different styles, adding a feminine touch. What really sets them apart, however, is their fun sensibility. They never take themselves too seriously. I can see the band messing around in a basement, coming up with these songs and just having a good time. The album is finished with studio polish, but never loses that sense of fun and independence.
Favorite Tracks: Tick; Rich; Y Control
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