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Jarvis Cocker tells us about Pulp’s new film and future: “It was like a new beginning”
Jarvis Cocker has discussed Pulp’s new 90-minute film, *What Do You Do For An Encore?*, which documents the band’s sold-out London shows and their return to touring after releasing *More*, their first album in 24 years. He said performing the new material alongside Pulp’s classic songs created a sense of energy and “a new beginning”, showing that the older songs could still feel alive while connecting with a new generation.
Directed by Garth Jennings, the film includes narration from the band, archive footage and behind-the-scenes material, while tracing Pulp’s journey from obscurity to cultural prominence. Cocker also reflected on the band’s unusual history, including its 24 members over 48 years, saying personal relationships and shared chemistry mattered more than technical musicianship; he also discussed Candida Doyle’s arthritis, Steve Mackey’s legacy and the group’s uncertain future.
In short
- Pulp’s comeback tour felt like a new beginning.
- Their film captures sold-out London shows and rare archive footage.
- Cocker says chemistry mattered more than musicianship.
Explained simply
Pulp are an English band formed in Sheffield in the late 1970s, with Jarvis Cocker as their singer and lyricist. They became widely known in the 1990s for songs such as “Common People”, which often portrayed everyday life and social class.
The group’s line-up changed over the years, and 24 musicians have been members across its history. Their recent return brought together long-standing songs and new material on stage; the film also draws on archive and behind-the-scenes footage to show how the band developed.
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