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Biography
The National Biography
🎸 The National
Overview
The National is a Grammy-winning American indie rock band known for their brooding lyrics, melancholic melodies, and the unmistakable baritone of lead singer Matt Berninger. Formed in 1999 in Cincinnati and later based in Brooklyn, the band carved out a unique place in modern music with their emotionally charged, literary songwriting.
Band Members
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Matt Berninger – Lead vocals
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Aaron Dessner – Guitar, piano
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Bryce Dessner – Guitar
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Scott Devendorf – Bass
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Bryan Devendorf – Drums
Musical Style & Themes
Their sound weaves together indie rock, post-punk, and orchestral elements. Lyrically, The National are known for introspective, poetic verses exploring love, anxiety, alienation, and existential yearning. Their music is subtle, slow-burning, and rich with emotion—perfect for fans of immersive storytelling through song.
Notable Songs
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Bloodbuzz Ohio
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I Need My Girl
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Fake Empire
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About Today
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The System Only Dreams in Total Darkness
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Don’t Swallow the Cap
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Light Years
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Pink Rabbits
Albums to Explore
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Boxer (2007) – A breakout record blending restraint and tension
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High Violet (2010) – An indie rock masterpiece with lush arrangements
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Trouble Will Find Me (2013) – Grammy-nominated for Best Alternative Album
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Sleep Well Beast (2017) – Grammy winner for Best Alternative Music Album
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I Am Easy to Find (2019) – A bold, experimental collaboration
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First Two Pages of Frankenstein (2023) – A return to raw intimacy
🎧 Listen Here
🎤 Memorable Quote
“We write songs for people who stay up at night overthinking things.” – Matt Berninger
🎬 Live Performance Highlight
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Tiny Desk Concert – NPR Music
A raw, unplugged showcase of their emotional and musical range.
Did You Know?
Aaron Dessner of The National co-produced Taylor Swift’s Folklore and Evermore, bringing the band’s moody, introspective signature into pop’s spotlight.
🎸 The National
Overview
The National is a Grammy-winning American indie rock band known for their brooding lyrics, melancholic melodies, and the unmistakable baritone of lead singer Matt Berninger. Formed in 1999 in Cincinnati and later based in Brooklyn, the band carved out a unique place in modern music with their emotionally charged, literary songwriting.
Band Members
-
Matt Berninger – Lead vocals
-
Aaron Dessner – Guitar, piano
-
Bryce Dessner – Guitar
-
Scott Devendorf – Bass
-
Bryan Devendorf – Drums
Musical Style & Themes
Their sound weaves together indie rock, post-punk, and orchestral elements. Lyrically, The National are known for introspective, poetic verses exploring love, anxiety, alienation, and existential yearning. Their music is subtle, slow-burning, and rich with emotion—perfect for fans of immersive storytelling through song.
Notable Songs
-
Bloodbuzz Ohio
-
I Need My Girl
-
Fake Empire
-
About Today
-
The System Only Dreams in Total Darkness
-
Don’t Swallow the Cap
-
Light Years
-
Pink Rabbits
Albums to Explore
-
Boxer (2007) – A breakout record blending restraint and tension
-
High Violet (2010) – An indie rock masterpiece with lush arrangements
-
Trouble Will Find Me (2013) – Grammy-nominated for Best Alternative Album
-
Sleep Well Beast (2017) – Grammy winner for Best Alternative Music Album
-
I Am Easy to Find (2019) – A bold, experimental collaboration
-
First Two Pages of Frankenstein (2023) – A return to raw intimacy
🎧 Listen Here
🎤 Memorable Quote
“We write songs for people who stay up at night overthinking things.” – Matt Berninger
🎬 Live Performance Highlight
-
Tiny Desk Concert – NPR Music
A raw, unplugged showcase of their emotional and musical range.
Did You Know?
Aaron Dessner of The National co-produced Taylor Swift’s Folklore and Evermore, bringing the band’s moody, introspective signature into pop’s spotlight.
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