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The National – First Two Pages of Frankenstein (CD)

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Est. 1974, Curated by Heads
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Matt Berninger has described the creative process behind this record as one of the most difficult of the band's career, with the Cincinnati-bred, Brooklyn-adopted outfit pushing through a period of genuine uncertainty before finding their footing. That struggle is audible in the album's emotional texture, and it gives the collaborations with Swift, Bridgers, and Stevens a weight that goes beyond mere guest-feature gloss.

First Two Pages of Frankenstein is The National’s ninth studio album. This 11-song collection signals a new chapter in the band’s discography. Anchored by evocative melodies and an enthralling lyrical narrative, First Two Pages of Frankenstein finds The National sounding more creatively energized than ever and poised to earn them even more fans. The album was produced by the band at Long Pond Studios in upstate New York and features guest appearances by Taylor Swift (“The Alcott”), Phoebe Bridgers (“This Isn’t Helping” and “Your Mind Is Not Your Friend”) and Sufjan Stevens (“Once Upon a Poolside”).

Tracklist
1. Once Upon A Poolside (3:36)
2. Eucalyptus (4:25)
3. New Order T-Shirt (4:56)
4. This Isn't Helping (4:05)
5. Tropic Morning News (5:09)
6. Alien (4:07)
7. The Alcott (4:28)
8. Grease In Your Hair (3:58)
9. Ice Machines (4:17)
10. Your Mind Is Not Your Friend (4:24)
11. Send For Me (4:15)

UPC: 191400056626
Label: 4ad
Release Date: 4.28.23
Format: CD