New Again cover

New Again

Taking Back Sunday · 2009

37 min · 11 tracks · alternative rock · post-punk · pop-punk

Energetic emo anthems collide with introspective lyrics, blending pop-punk hooks and post-hardcore intensity.

Why this album works

'New Again' debuted at number 26 on the Billboard 200, showcasing the band's enduring appeal in the emo and alternative rock scenes. It received mixed reviews but has been praised for its lyrical depth and sonic experimentation, contributing to a resurgence of interest in emo music during the late 2000s.
Best for
steady, consistent energy levels short, engaging listening sessions introspective emotional exploration
Context
Released in 2009, 'New Again' marked Taking Back Sunday's fifth studio album and was their first with new guitarist Matthew Rubano following a lineup change. This album came after their commercial peak with 'Louder Now' and represented a shift towards a more polished sound while retaining their emotional core.
If you like
alternative rock, post-punk, pop-punk

Tracklist

11 tracks·37:57

Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.

  • 1 New Again Standout 3:33
  • 2 Sink Into Me Standout 3:04
  • 3 Lonely, Lonely 2:49
  • 4 Summer, Man 3:51
  • 5 Swing 3:26
  • 6 Where My Mouth Is 3:52
  • 7 Cut Me Up Jenny 3:52
  • 8 Catholic Knees 2:48
  • 9 Capital M‐E 2:49
  • 10 Carpathia 3:09
  • 11 Everything Must Go Standout 4:44

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