The New Pornographers - The Former Site Of

The New Pornographers’ album The Former Site Of presents ten vivid, story-driven songs about people in extreme situations, from personal crises to societal tension.

Led by A. C. Newman alongside Neko Case and others, the band expands their sound with richer textures and character-focused storytelling, aided by drummer Charley Drayton. Built from Newman’s home-studio approach, the album layers intricate instrumentation—like the mandolin-driven Votive—to create evolving, emotionally resonant songs that defy expectations while retaining an uplifting energy.