Stereogum — We’ve already heard a bunch of songs from the new Shins comeback album Port Of Morrow: “Simple Song,” “The Rifle’s Spiral,” an acoustic version of “It’s Only Life,” and, most relevant to this post, the lovely and lilting “Septembe... more info

LargeHeartedBoy — James Mercer of The Shins talks to Exclaim! about the band's forthcoming album, Port of Morrow (out March 20th). Fictionaut interviews author Bobbie Ann Mason. At The Week, author Dan Chaon lists his six favorite scary books. The New York... more info

Stereogum — Tennessee’s Bonnaroo Festival, which comes to Manchester 6/7-10, just announced this year’s lineup on Spotify. This year, the headliners are Radiohead, the reunited Beach Boys, the Red Hot Chili Peppers, and Phish. The bill also features tons of ... more info

Chorus.fm — James Mercer of *The Shins (http://www.absolutepunk.net/theshins) *performed an acoustic set on 98.7FM's Historic Hollywood Tower rooftop. The videos of the performance can be found in the replies. more info

Chorus.fm — *The Shins* (http://www.absolutepunk.net/theshins)' new song "The Rifle's Spiral" can be heard here (http://www.listenbeforeyoubuy.net/listen/listen-the-shins-the-rifles-spiral-new-song/). more info

Stereogum — The Shins first album since 2007′s Wincing The Night Away is imminent, and is also 2-for-2 (see: “Simple Song” and “September.”) Today Port Of Morrow turns up a third listen with its opening track, “The Rifle’s Spiral.” It’s a lushe... more info

Stereogum — Right now, the Shins — at least in their James Mercer-plus-whoever incarnation — are preparing to return to the world with the new album Port Of Morrow. The new joints “Simple Song” and “September” are both perfectly lovely. And now Merce... more info

DrownedInSound — In March The Shins finally return with a new record, Port of Morrow. It's been a long time coming, but you can find out more information about it here. We can't wait. Nor can we wait for their London show on March 22 and 23, afraid we're going to hav... more info

KEXP Seattle — We have a new track by The Shins for all of you. It’s called “September” and it’s the b-side to their recent single, “Simple Song.” Be sure to tune in to our live in-studio from The Shins this Friday, February 10. M.I.A. will likely pay a... more info

Chorus.fm — You can check out a new *The Shins (http://www.absolutepunk.net/theshins)*' song titled "September" in the replies. more info