Ellington

Matador Records has released two versions of this career retrospective of one of today's most prolific indie-pop bands. The 2-disc set is a great 26-song introduction of Yo Le Tengo's pre and post Matador hits. We recommend the limited edition 3-disc set, which includes 16 rarities (86-02), alternate versions, the My Bloody Valentine remix of "Autumn Sweater," and hip liner notes. It's a nice way to hear, in one listen, the 20-year progression and different stages of the band's evolution. -- Herman Snell and Alex Slawson