The New Pornographers: pornin’ it up…together

​The New Pornographers construct set lists that serve as a perfect primer to those unfamiliar with the Vancouver pseudo-super group and an incredibly well-rounded collection of deep cuts and favorites for diehard fans. Last night’s show at Liberty Hall was no exception. It was a remarkably solid set from one of the best working pop bands today with the lineup they’re meant to have, despite every member’s prior engagements. Sure, bandleader A.C. Newman has his solo albums to keep him busy, but that’s only because he has to wait on the talents of such artists as Neko Case (who has become an alt-country siren to be reckoned with) and Dan Bejar (who has proven himself as one of the most compelling songsmiths of this generation with Destroyer). Once in a blue moon, schedules align and Lawrence always seems to catch the group when the whole gang is together.