The New Pornographers
Brill Bruisers
(Last Gang Records)
3/5
You may remember The New Pornographers last album, Together, from the whole month it was stuck in your head after listening to it.
If you are looking for the same edgy, catchy, high-energy hits in Brill Bruisers, prepare to be disappointed.
The Vancouver supergroup’s new album features much heavier synth and electronica sounds than their old album. This sometimes works in songs like “Backstairs,” but more often falls flat, making for more of a background soundtrack than the in-your-face energy of their previous albums.
Nonetheless, The New Pornographers are still a great band. You can still hear the West Coast flair in songs like “War on the East Coast” and hear their pure talent throughout the album.
Although it might not be stuck it your head for a whole month, Brill Bruisers is still good for a weekend afternoon listen to get your head bobbing.