Native Tongue, a post-punk band from Boston, Massachusetts, were influential figures in the city’s guitar-driven music scene during its formative years. Though often overshadowed by more celebrated contemporaries like Pixies and Mission of Burma, the group established themselves as notable contributors to the local landscape. They gained particular recognition for pioneering what became known as the “Revere Beach” sound, a distinctive musical identity rooted in their hometown. This release combines a 12-inch single with a full-length LP titled YOWL, documenting their work from the post-punk era when Boston was experiencing a creative renaissance in alternative rock and experimental music.
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