REVIEW: The National-Boxer

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The National are a 5 piece, originally hailing from Cincinnati, Ohio. Now, transplanted to New York, the Americana/Gothic troupe have put together one of the years most accomplished albums in Boxer. Groomed efficiently on a healthy diet of Tom Waits, Nick Cave, Bruce Springsteen and The Smiths for good measure, there is a little something for every music lover, and especially those tired of the norm, on this effort. The opening track, "Fake Empire", is utterly gripping, with it's somber piano tones, and the album rarely let's up after that. If you are looking for something real, and all-encompassing, you really need to look no further.



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