 With bands The Lemonheads, Das Damen, and Yo La Tengo also looking for a label to release their 1990 albums, City Slang became, almost by chance, a home for US bands looking to bring their music to the European market.It was named after the song "City Slang" by Sonic's Rendezvous Band.Over the past 22 years, City Slang has played host to releases ranging from veteran acts to newcomers.