The New Pornographers Tickets

I've only seen NP one other time and this is the first time I've ever heard or seen The Walkmen. NP sounded like they were tired out. When I first saw them in Bloomington, I was impressed, considering that I wasn't that into their style of music. True enough, the acoustics were terrible at the Vogue, yet I still kept thinking "when is this going to be over"? I paid way more than what is was worth. I mostly enjoyed The Walkmen. The lead had such an incredible and powerful voice. I won't be seeing NP again. I didn't hate them, but as performers, there is nothing about their performances or even themselves that's remotely interesting.

I love the pornographers but have to say was disappointed with the show. They appeared to be struggling all night to get the sound right and ultimately it ended up being way too loud for the size of the venue they were playing. It was nearly impossible to hear either of the keyboards. AC's mic was drowned out by the rest of the instruments being jacked up way too much. By the end I was wishing the show would have been acoustical so I could have at least heard the instrumental subtleties for which this bands albums famously showcase.

This was my first time seeing the New Pornographers live and they did not disappoint! No Dan Bejar, but the rest of the gang sounded fantastic. They played a good mix of songs from all 5 albums.

I love this band, and the venue is beautiful. They rocked the house, and although I missed Dan Bejar (of Destroyer fame) it was still a great show.

Excellent show, the band was really on. Big fans in the audience. Wish it could have been longer?!

We went to celebrate my husband's birthday and not everyone knew the band, but everyone enjoyed the show!

The New Pornographers are hands down my favorite band to see live. Their live show is such a cathartic event that it obliterates all expectations. I wasn't expecting Neko Case to be there so it was a great surprise that she was. Even though she was in a bit of a funk (her house had caught on fire, she had been in a car accident, and gotten dumped) she delivered solid vocals and mean tambourine and hand-claps. As always, the band sounded super tight and oozed talent. Each member is a great musician and a fabulous performer. The lush vocal harmonies were spot on and the whole place was thick with energy, which says a lot because Terminal 5 is a big place. The setlist featured a good variety of tracks from all of their albums, including a rendition of "Hey, Snow White." I flew clear across the country to see the Pornographers and would do it again in an instant.

This is an incredibly talented band and great live if you ever have the chance. Their performance was way off on Dec 6th though. Still loved the songs but Neko was Debbie Downer talking about dying on a flight the next day and several songs sounded way off. They were not feeling the love nor was I! Their show a couple of months ago however was one of the best I have seen in New York.

Can't listen to the studio recordings the same again. Incredible peformance. GREAT SPACE.

Heaven is a never ending New Pornographers show. These guys never disappoint. And they did a great job at the show Monday night. One question: where was the bearded guy? His absence was conspicuous, but not mentioned. Usually the New Pornographers (nice sign, by the way) knock it out of the park on the Bleeding Heart Show but this time it was a different song. Adventures in Solitude. WOW. Love you guys, will be seeing you again.

The performances were all really good, the band is fun, there were jokes, and they interacted a lot with the crowd. I had a lot of fun, technically, they performed really well!

Great show. They know their stuff, Good musicians, vocals, harmonies - Great song writing and presentation.

I go to a lot of shows and have seen several in this venue this year. This was among the best. The performance was tight and the sound was good. They played a great mix of older annd more recent material. Neko Case's voice was amazing. I'd see these guys anytime, anywhere.

I saw Neko Case at the National awhile ago and she was great. The New Pornographers were good, but I enjoyed her better. Tokyo Police Club were great tho, we got a bandanna for the dog even, lol. The venue itself is pretty good, floor always seems to be sticky, but has a smoking area and serves Woodchuck beer... so they are A-OK in my book :)

Tokyo Police Club started the night off by rocking the crowd and getting us warmed up and ready for the main event. The New Pornographers took the stage and Rocked solid for 2 plus hours. They played all of their hits and kept the crowd enthused with a great playlist selection. This band really rocks the small venues. Thanks to the National Staff for the VIP seats.

The concert was amazing. I liked the fact that it was a bar venue because then you can go right up to the band. EPIC. I got there early for front row standing position. Just beautiful. When for the Encore the lead vocalist asked the crowd what he should play and I yelled "MY SLOW DESCENT" and he played"My Slow Descent". Thats something you really cannot get at large stadium concerts.

Best show I've ever attended. Unfortunately Neko Case wasn't there for this show but overall the whole band did an amazing job. Would gladly recommend to anyone.

I was very, very disappointed when Calvin College canceled the show. Thanks for having them play! I was right up front, it did seem like there were more speakers behind us than in front, so it was slightly hard to hear the signing. However, I understand that the music is going to be louder at concerts than the voices. Great Show!

was a great show even if neko couldn't make it. my entire family loves the new pornographers and we are sooo happy they still came to grand rapids after the controversy.

Me and my imaginary girlfriend, Kathryn took ourselves out to The Showbox at the Market last night to see The New Pornographers with openers Imaad Wasif and The Dodos. The show was all ages though few of us would have broken any laws by bellying up to the bar. This may have been best explained by Neko Case’s comment about how, after 15 years, they have finally found popularity and success in a Seattle Bar. She mentioned the old days at the Croc with a semi-sweet caste to here countenance… First up was Imaad Wasif guitar/vocal leading his trio of drum and electric bass. Imaad is a talented player and passionate singer with anthemic tunes that lean towards a gothic, Yes flavor. Songs he described to the audience as about love and what connects us all. I was somewhat distracted by Imaad’s live histrionics that oddly recounted a bit of what Liberace’s moves may have been were he a twenty something, Russel Brand looking guitar player opening for New Pornos. The Dodos from San Francisco were the middle layer of the bill. Another guitar fronted trio but horizons different with the other two players being drummer and vibe percussionist. A big novelty from the vibe dude was playing with a bow lending a cool, atmospheric background. Front guitarist was strong; good high vocals, all in all the Dodos sounded a bit Vampire Weekendish. I have waited ten years to see The New Pornographers and I must say they kicked ass- must of know I was coming… They had performed the night before at the Showbox and mentioned a couple times that this show was remarkeably the better fo the two. It seemed for them and the audience as well, as crowd reaction was loud and enthusiastic. The New Pornos have nine members, six singers and up to four guitarists at a time, all with no solos. A proverbial wall of indie sound. Neko Case is a vocal force; both fronting and harmonizing with ease. Dan Bejar spent a lot of time with his butt to the audience holding a cup in one hand. I think he had spent a busy day in Seattle between the two gigs and must have been really thirsty. My blues oriented friends would be non plussed at the Canadianess of the music; it was white and lingered a lot in high registers, particularly with the two keyboards and sundry sample sounding backgrounds. Still, they are force of rock and roll with wry and sometimes cleverly wrenching lyrics. Playing three cuts off of Mass Romantic album, including the title track… yours truly was in heaven. Before launching into “Slow Descent into Alcoholism,” AC Newman warned the kids, “don’t tell your parents we played this song.” But that’s my tune!! Thanks Kathryn for the pretend date. It was a grand evening of coffee, cranberry and Canadian rock! Your pretend boyfriend, alby