This week in 1973: 99% of U.S. Gas stations closed voluntarily in order to save fuel; Arab oil embargo had led to plans for gas rationing in the United States; Twin Towers of the World Trade Center in ...

Over the course of seven albums and a career that’s lasted twenty years, the National have accrued their fair share of trademark habits. For one, there’s the unmistakable moodiness of the band’s songs ...

The National have announced a new album, I Am Easy to Find, which is available for preorder and will be released on May 17th via 4AD. The band has also unveiled the LP’s first single, “You Had Your ...

It all started with a cold call. “Beginners” and “20th Century Women” director Mike Mills, with no prior meeting, called up Matt Berninger of The National looking to work together on a project. At ...