LateNightTales
MGMT · 2011
85 min · 20 tracks · progressive rock · electronica · neo-psychedelia
A dreamy exploration of eclectic sounds, blending nostalgic melodies with modern psychedelia.
LateNightTales is an album by MGMT, released in 2011. A dreamy exploration of eclectic sounds, blending nostalgic melodies with modern psychedelia. This album is notable for its eclectic curation and contribution to the Late Night Tales series, which features artists creating compilations of their favorite tracks. Although it did not chart as high as previous works, it received critical acclaim for its artistic direction and showcased MGMT's willingness to experiment beyond commercial expectations, influencing the neo-psychedelic revival. Here's what makes it worth your time and what to listen to next.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does LateNightTales sound like?
A dreamy exploration of eclectic sounds, blending nostalgic melodies with modern psychedelia. Rooted in progressive rock and electronica.
What makes LateNightTales by MGMT notable?
This album is notable for its eclectic curation and contribution to the Late Night Tales series, which features artists creating compilations of their favorite tracks. Although it did not chart as high as previous works, it received critical acclaim for its artistic direction and showcased MGMT's willingness to experiment beyond commercial expectations, influencing the neo-psychedelic revival. By the time 'LateNightTales' was released in October 2011, MGMT had already established themselves as a prominent band with hits like 'Electric Feel'. This album came after their commercially successful sophomore effort, 'Congratulations', marking a shift towards more experimental sounds and a departure from mainstream pop appeal. It serves as a unique collection of influences that shaped their distinctive sound.
How many songs are on LateNightTales?
LateNightTales has 20 tracks, running approximately 85 minutes.
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Can’t See Through It Standout 3:53
- 2 Love You Girl 3:09
- 3 Cheree 3:42
- 4 Stop & Smell the Roses 4:04
- 5 Ocean (outtake version) Standout 5:45
- 6 Red Indians 1:56
- 7 Laughing Boy 5:47
- 8 For Belgian Friends 5:26
- 9 Mound of Clay 2:28
- 10 Song for Wilde 2:33
- 11 All We Ever Wanted Was Everything 4:25
- 12 Troubled Mind 5:46
- 13 Drug Song 3:24
- 14 Hearts Are Like Flowers 4:12
- 15 Pink Frost 4:00
- 16 Sparks 3:30
- 17 Melancholy Man Standout 7:22
- 18 Lord Can You Hear Me? 4:34
- 19 Morning Splendor 6:00
- 20 Lost for Words, Part 2 3:24
Release Date
October 3, 2011
Artist Origin
United States
Runtime
85 min 20 sec
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