THE NATIONAL

A Skin, A Night

2008-05-27

This slow, moody album is the soundtrack to the film of the same name by Vincent Moon. The National seems to be one of the "hot" bands in indie rock these days. I found myself wishing this album would rock a bit, but it is basically well-sung vocals over piano, guitars, and drums, with occasional strings thrown in. It's a nice enough album, with most of the better songs recorded live, including Bruce Springsteen's "Mansion on the Hill". The first song, "You've Done It Again, Virginia", may be of interest due to the guest appearance by Sufjan Stevens. Another highlight is the third track, "Blank Slate". Reviewed by Rebecca Ruth

Quick Links:

More reviews tagged #Rock

  • reviewed 11/2017

    Nine Inch Nails
    Halo Thirty One

  • reviewed 11/2013

    Multi Artist
    Rockin Here Tonight-Songs For Slim

  • reviewed 07/2012

    VARIOUS ARTISTS ORIGINAL MOTION PICTURE SOUNDTRACK
    Beneath The Darkness Original Motion Picture Soundtrack

  • reviewed 03/2008

    GREG LASWELL
    How The Day Sounds

  • reviewed 02/2006

    THE BUFFALI
    Kerfuffle No. 10

  • reviewed 03/2012

    THE EXPLORERS CLUB
    Grand Hotel

Compiled by the WYCE Journalism Club

The opinions expressed in these reviews are those of the individual volunteers that submitted the article and do not necessarily reflect the views of WYCE or GRCMC; nor its staff, donors, or affiliates.