The first single from their fifth album 'High Violet', "Bloodbuzz Ohio" found The National honing their signature sound into a tightly wound, anthemic roar. It marked a moment of significant commercial and critical ascent for the band.
- The song prominently features a driving piano line, a departure from the guitar-centric arrangements common on previous albums.
- Upon release, the single was met with widespread acclaim, with many critics highlighting its propulsive energy and Matt Berninger's characteristically anxious lyricism.
- The accompanying music video, directed by Seamus Murphy, contrasts stark black-and-white performance footage with moody, abstract imagery.
The National are a Brooklyn-based band formed in 1999, known for their literate, melancholic alternative rock. By 2010, they had established themselves as a significant force in indie music, moving from larger independent labels to major-label backing.
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