The Shins

In January 2012, The Shins performed "New Slang" on "Late Show with David Letterman," marking a pivotal moment as they were promoting their fourth studio album, "Port of Morrow," which was released in March of the same year. This performance showcased the band's return after a five-year hiatus since their last album, "Wincing the Night Away" (2007). Notably, "New Slang" originally appeared on their debut album, "Oh, Inverted World," released in 2001, and it became one of their signature songs. The revival of this track during the Letterman performance symbolized a bridging of eras in their career, as it introduced both long-time fans and new listeners to their evolving sound. The Shins' appearance on a major late-night platform underscores their significant impact in the indie rock genre and their enduring popularity at that time in their career.

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