The National's meaner Boxer followup, officially titled High Violet, comes out 5/11 via 4AD. You'll probably catch some of the new songs on their spring tour. Remember, in case you were curious, "it can’t be described as happy." Look at photos of the guys recording it at highviolet.com.
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