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"Fever to Tell" is the debut studio album by the American indie rock band Yeah Yeah Yeahs, released on April 29, 2003. The record is heavily associated with the early 2000s New York City garage rock and post-punk revival scenes. Fronted by the expressive vocals of Karen O, the band delivers a raw, high-energy sound driven by jagged electric guitars and propulsive rhythms. It features the breakout single "Maps," an emotionally direct ballad that contrasted sharply with the band's more abrasive, noise-driven tracks.
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When was Yeah Yeah Yeahs' Fever to Tell released?
"Fever to Tell" was released on April 29, 2003, on Interscope Records. It was the debut studio album by the New York City band fronted by Karen O.
What is the biggest hit from Fever to Tell?
"Maps" became the breakout single, earning a Grammy nomination for Best Alternative Music Album for the record and becoming one of the defining indie rock songs of the 2000s. The song's music video, featuring Karen O crying during the performance, became iconic on MTV and music video channels.
What scene was the Yeah Yeah Yeahs part of?
The band was central to the early 2000s New York City garage rock and post-punk revival scene, alongside bands like The Strokes, Interpol, and the Liars. They played legendary venues like CBGB and were closely associated with the downtown Manhattan music resurgence.
Who are the members of the Yeah Yeah Yeahs?
The trio consists of Karen O on vocals, Nick Zinner on guitar, and Brian Chase on drums. The band formed in 2000 and became known for Karen O's explosive stage presence and the guitar-and-drums sonic assault of their early recordings.
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