New Last Name is the second studio album by British band Courting, released on 26 January 2024 through Lower Third and PIAS Recordings.
[1] Kyle Kohner of The Line of Best Fit described the album as "a collection of their most infectious pop songs dusted with their inevitable experimental flair" as well as "an irresistible mess made with exploratory abandon and the demeanour to show off and articulate a thing or two about expectations and pandering".
What's clear is that the playful, 'for the plot' vibe of a band that started on a lark is beginning to transform into something close to remarkable".
[4] Andy Steiner of Paste stated that "Courting condenses themselves on New Last Name into smaller, more straightforward indie rock.
[2] Forrest said that "in an effort to diversify their sound, certain tracks hint at disco, but these often feel underwhelming and somewhat forced.