About this album
Where they were
Released on July 6, 2006, 'Return to Cookie Mountain' was TV on the Radio's second studio album, following their critically acclaimed debut 'Desperate Youth, Blood Thirsty Babes'. At this point in their career, they were establishing themselves as a unique voice within the alternative rock scene, blending genres and pushing sonic boundaries.
Why it matters
'Return to Cookie Mountain' received widespread critical acclaim and was nominated for a Grammy Award for Best Recording Package. Its influence extended beyond its release, impacting numerous indie rock bands and solidifying the band's place in the post-punk revival movement.
Essential tracks
- "Wolf Like Me" — This track encapsulates the album's energy with its driving beat and fervent lyrics about primal instincts, becoming one of the band's most recognizable songs.
- "I Was a Lover" — Opening the album, this track showcases the band's ability to fuse electronic elements with emotional depth, setting a compelling tone for the record.
- "Province" — With its haunting melodies and introspective lyrics, 'Province' reflects the album's exploration of personal and collective experience, highlighting the band's lyrical prowess.
- "Let the Devil In" — This song features rich instrumentation and evocative lyrics, illustrating the duality of light and darkness that permeates the album's themes.
Release Date
July 6, 2006
Artist Origin
United States
Tracklist
- 1 I Was a Lover 4:21
- 2 Hours 3:55
- 3 Province 4:37
- 4 Playhouses 5:11
- 5 Wolf Like Me 4:39
- 6 A Method 4:25
- 7 Let the Devil In 4:27
- 8 Dirtywhirl 4:15
- 9 Blues From Down Here 5:17
- 10 Tonight 6:53
- 11 Wash the Day 8:07
- 25 [silence] 0:17
- 26 [untitled] 1:43
- 27 Snakes and Martyrs 4:06
- 28 Hours (El‐P remix) 4:26
- 29 Things You Can Do 5:26
