Title: Daydream nation /
Authors: Stearns, Matthew.
Publisher: Continuum,
Year: 2007
Subjects: Sonic Youth (Musical group).; Sonic Youth (Musical group); Rock music History and criticism.
Abstract: Daydream Nation is the kind of gorgeous monstrosity (born of extremes, rife with difficulties, and mythic in proportion) that can crush the will of the most resilient, well-intentioned listener if the necessary preparations haven't been made. Matthew Stearns explores the album from a range of angles, including a track-by-track analysis and a look at the historical and cultural context within which the album was made. Featuring a foreword by Lee Ranaldo and exclusive interviews with the band, this truly is the definitive guide to Daydream Nation.--Publisher's description.
Contents: Daydreamin' days in a daydream nation / Lee Ranaldo -- Intro -- This record eats ears -- "Closing in," said the walls to the room -- Toward a new economics of sound, objects, and genitalia -- The screaming candle and the curious Russian grandmother -- Nooooo(yes)ooooo! -- Outro.