The New Pornographers

VIMTV Episode #118: The New Pornographers – Together

Jake: Recommended, 70/100

Tom: Recommended, 74/100

Overview: For their fifth album, indie/rock supergroup The New Pornographers return to some of their old songwriting styles. But while the band’s technical ability and songwriting chops are still solid, some of the charm has certainly worn off. Parts of “Together” sound overproduced and a little forced to the point where this feels like a protocol release instead of an artistic statement. However, while it may never live up to the Pornographers’ old material, this album is some of their most clearly collaborative work and will still provide an enjoyable listen.

Recommended Similar Artists: A.C. Newman, Neko Case, Peter Bjorn & John, Devin Davis

Jake’s Track Picks:

3. Your Hands (Together)
4. Silver Jenny Dollar
8. Up In The Dark

Tom’s Track Picks:

1. Moves
2. Crash Years
3. Your Hands (Together)

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VIMTV Episode #47: The New Pornographers – Challengers

Jake: Recommended, 83/100

Tom: Recommended, 73/100

Overview: With “Challengers,” The New Pornographers were certainly trying to strike an emotional chord with their listeners that they had only scratched the surface of with their previous releases. At times it’s very effective, and at times it falls short, making Jake and Tom long for the simple and fun feel of “The Electric Version.” Regardless, “Challengers” is great songwriting will certainly please devotees of The New Pornographers, each members’ solo efforts, and probably create some new fans as well.

Recommended Similar Artists: A.C. Newman, Neko Case, Peter Bjorn & John, Devin Davis

Jake’s Track Picks: