...me about the future of The National. I consider them the best current rock band. And no, I'm not just following the herd, I've been really into them and seen them live since Alligator. ;)
Big The National fan here... I'd rather have them quit while they're ahead than sink into mediocrity. I'm not saying they would, but that's always the danger I worry about. What if the Lips had quit after Yoshimi? Legend, right? Your thoughts?
Yes, I definitely agree I would rather them stop now than fade into shiftiness like so many bands who keep going (Phish *cough*). But they seem like they have a lot of creative energy left.
The last Big Red Machine album reminds me of The National's sound a lot, but just missing other elements that add complexity to the sound.
I assume if they did make another album it wouldn't' be for a while since the individual members have to tour their solo projects. Sad for music lovers but a reality.
I feel like they were still expanding their sound though. Room for more creative growth.
TN are probably my favorite current band as well... in fact it isn't even close for me. Discovered them after they released Boxer when they opened for REM.
I thoroughly enjoyed BRM and Berninger's solo record. They are not done yet! The Dessner bros are killing it with their creativity and as long as Matt and his wife don't run dry with those signature lyrics, the quality will still be there for the next record.
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