The New Pornographers’ Upcoming Album to be Entitled "Challengers"

The upcoming New Pornographers album, entitled “Challengers,” will be released worldwide (with the exception of Canada) on Matador Records. The album will feature cover art from band member Neko Case. The artwork above is not the final design, but will be available for purchase on a screenprint poster at their concerts. Those of you who are lucky enough to be attending Coachella will have the first opportunity to pick up the snazzy poster, which will have an individualized code that guarantees you a copy of “Challengers” on its release date.

The NPs are still in the process of mixing the album, but have some upcoming shows to hold you over until its release. Neko Case has solo tour dates, so I’m unsure as to whether she’ll be performing with the band. I suggest taking any chance you have to see them live. Their energetic powerpop rock will have you dancing the entire time.

New Pornographers Tour Dates:
4/28/07- Indio, CA- Coachella
7/04/07- New York, NY- Battery Park (w/ Midlake. Free show!)
7/15/07- Chicago, IL- Pitchfork Music Festival

Music video for “Use It”, directed by NP member Blaine Thurier & featuring David Cross and Nardwuar the Human Serviette: