The New Pornographers are back with a super-mega announcement of a new album (their sixth, Brill Bruisers), a new song (the title track), and some spankin’ new tour dates for the Fall (and before you ask…yes, Neko Case is on the album). Head honcho singer guy A.C. Newman spoke to Pitchfork, calling the album “a…
Last month, Scottish indie pop band Camera Obscura released their fifth full-length entitled Desire Lines. Though not diverging much from the sounds of their former releases, the album arrived at an opportune time to greet those seeking some super chill summer tunes, perfect for post-beach burns or late-night kumbayas. This five-piece sounds somewhat like She…
Well over a decade later, it’s apparent: The New Pornographers simply cannot be stopped. Such was the sentiment after witnessing the band’s dynamic live show extravaganza at Terminal 5 on June 19th. With all eight members on board (Neko Case and Dan Bejar included), the set was a splendid spectacle for all in attendance. The…
Props to The David for this one… Check out this ABC News interview with the one and only, Neko Case: [youtube=http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=PCYlsvE0Cc8]
Two discs I’m definitely looking forward to: First – Neko Case’s “Middle Cyclone” hits stores March 3rd. I dig Neko. Not to mention that I love The New Pornographers. Neko’s solo work does a great job at mixing folk with alt-country in a way that doesn’t exclude or alienate listeners. It took me awhile to…