What does New Again sound like?

A vibrant blend of emo energy and pop-punk hooks, capturing a sense of youthful reflection and urgency. Rooted in alternative rock and post-punk. Start with "New Again".

Is New Again a good place to start with Taking Back Sunday?

Yes, New Again is recommended as a starting point for new Taking Back Sunday listeners. A vibrant blend of emo energy and pop-punk hooks, capturing a sense of youthful reflection and urgency. Released on June 1, 2009, 'New Again' was Taking Back Sunday's fifth studio album, coming after a three-year hiatus following their previous record, 'Louder Now.' This period marked a significant lineup change with guitarist Matt Rubano's departure and the return of original guitarist John Nolan, leading to a fresh creative direction for the band.

Who is New Again for?

New Again works well if you're into steady, consistent energy levels, short, engaging listening sessions and introspective emotional exploration.

How many songs are on New Again?

New Again has 11 tracks, running approximately 37 minutes.

New Again

Taking Back Sunday · 2009

37 min · 11 tracks · alternative rock

A vibrant blend of emo energy and pop-punk hooks, capturing a sense of youthful reflection and urgency.

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Top tracks — play these first

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New Again Start here — Opening with an anthemic chorus, this title track encapsulates themes of renewal and nostalgia, setting the tone for the rest of the album.
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Sink Into Me — This track showcases catchy melodies intertwined with emotionally charged lyrics, reflecting the struggle between vulnerability and self-preservation.
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Everything Must Go — With its introspective lyrics and dynamic instrumentation, this closing track serves as a culmination of the album's themes of change and acceptance.

Elevation

Our rating, out of 100 — and why.

AI-generated from five scored dimensions. An opinion, not a measurement.

46 /100

Foothills

Higher than 10% of albums we've rated

The album showcases energetic songwriting but lacks standout tracks that elevate it beyond its genre.

What we noticed

The first three tracks maintain a high energy level with driving guitars and anthemic choruses, while the fourth track introduces a more reflective tone.
Several songs feature dual vocal harmonies that alternate between verses, creating a dynamic interplay between the lead singers.
The album closes with a gradual tempo decrease, leading to a more subdued final track that contrasts with the earlier intensity.

Composition 25% of the score: 6/10
Craft 20% of the score: 7/10
Durability 25% of the score: 5/10
Distinctiveness 18% of the score: 5/10
Sequencing 12% of the score: 6/10

Influence 4/10

Known within its scene. Reported but not counted — how far a record travelled describes its reception rather than the record, and a newer release has had less time to travel than an older one.

Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

steady, consistent energy levels
short, engaging listening sessions
introspective emotional exploration
dynamic lyrical storytelling

Where this album fits

In the catalog: Late Career Highlight — Shows continued vitality after lineup changes and a three-year hiatus.
Career context: Released on June 1, 2009, 'New Again' was Taking Back Sunday's fifth studio album, coming after a three-year hiatus following their previous record, 'Louder Now.' This period marked a significant lineup change with guitarist Matt Rubano's departure and the return of original guitarist John Nolan, leading to a fresh creative direction for the band.
Stylistic neighbors: Brand New· The Used· Dashboard Confessional