The New Pornographers and Will Sheff

May 8, 2026 at 8:00 PM · The Showbox, Seattle, WA The Showbox, Seattle, WA

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The New Pornographers

Vancouver's The New Pornographers, formed 1997, are an indie rock supergroup celebrated for vibrant power pop and lush harmonies. Led by Carl Newman, with Neko Case, they craft intricate, catchy songs like "Mass Romantic" and "The Laws Have Changed." Their critically acclaimed albums include 2005's "Twin Cinema" and 2026's "The Former Site Of." They won a Juno Award for "Mass Romantic."

Will Sheff

Will Sheff, from Meriden, New Hampshire, is an acclaimed indie rock and folk rock singer-songwriter. Known for his striking narrative lyrics and intricate instrumentation, he fronts Okkervil River and released his solo debut, "Nothing Special," in 2022. He is praised as "one of indie rock's most ambitious thinkers" and has collaborated with artists like Roky Erickson.