DrownedInSound — It's to James Mercer's credit that Port of Morrow, which could have so easily veered off into soulless corporatism or self-indulgence, manages to remain nothing less than both a universal and personal joy to listen to. Read the full story on Dr... more info

DrownedInSound — This year's festival takes place Little John’s Farm in Reading and Bramham Park in Leeds on the August Bank Holiday Weekend. There are still more names to be announced but the bill so far - which weirdly features The Shins sandwiched between Odd Fu... more info

Popdose — In case you missed last night’s show, here are the Shins performing “Simple Song” and “It’s Only Life” on Saturday Night Live March more info

Chorus.fm — You can watch a whole live set from *The Shins* (http://www.absolutepunk.net/theshins) on NPR, here (http://www.npr.org/event/music/147985261/live-wednesday-watch-the-shins-in-concert). Submitted by fanberlinboy more info

Jam! Showbiz Music, Canada — James Mercer is getting his kicks in The Shins again. But only after getting some away from them.James Mercer is getting his kicks in The Shins again. But only after getting some away from them. more info

Stereogum — The Shins’ fourth LP Port Of Morrow streams on iTunes on Tuesday, but fans paying close attention have already heard most of the album’s songs through various teasers and studio sessions. (Specifically: “Simple Song,” September,” “The Rif... more info

Topix — Indie-rock favorites The Shins are back with a new album, a new lineup and a more upbeat sound that lead singer-songwriter James Mercer credits in part to his tranquil family life. more info

Stereogum — Last night, the Shins played New York’s Le Poisson Rouge, using the occasion to bust out a bunch of songs from the feverishly anticipated forthcoming album Port Of Morrow. And below, thanks to the professionals at NPR, you can watch a video of the ... more info

Brooklyn Vegan — photos by Dominick Mastrangelo The mysterious club that housed The Shins last night (3/8) was not too much of a mystery in the end; it was Le Poisson Rouge, a venue that has been known to stream shows for NPR... more info

Perez Hilton — Jonah Hill is hosting SNL this week with musical guest, The Shins! Check out the HIGHlarious promo NBC released, (above)!!! Will he have the same kind of turn out as Lindsay did? Probably not — but the critics will probably like him more! Win som... more info