Together we are strong. That must have been the thought of The New Pornographers behind the (not very original) title of their fifth album. Also on their own, band members and perfectly capable of captivating, but they don't seem to want to miss the magic of playing in a rock band with some friends. Together again sounds extremely inspired, not least by contributions from the wind section of ,
… Will Sheff ( ), Annie Clark ( ) and Zach Condon ( ). Energetic, uplifting pop rock, taken to greater heights by Case's beautiful voice, Newman's intelligent lyrics and heavy, orchestral arrangements. Because of that impossible band name they will always be condemned to cultdom, but The New Pornographers deserve a larger audience. (MS)more