The Shins

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Published in 2026 Rock Eligibles
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Darlings of the Indie Pop/Rock scene for years, The Shins were essentially a side project that evolved into Songwriter, James Mercer’s main outlet. The Shins echo back to a simpler era, yet at the same time managed to pump a Folk feel that took them to levels of introspection without being pretentious. Considering that in the well received 2004 Film Garden State, the lead character referenced a song by the Shins will change your life. For many fans of the Shins, they actually did change lives!

The Bullet Points

Eligible Since: Thursday, 01 January 2026
Country of Origin: U.S.A. (Albuquerque, NM)
Essential Albums: Chutes Too Narrow (2003)
Our Five Favorite Songs as Chosen by Each Member of the NIHOF Committee: Kissing the Lipless (From Chutes Too Narrow, 2003)