The National's self-titled debut, released on the Traditional Crossroads label, is a raw and unfocused collection of songs that hinted at the band's future potential. It stands in stark contrast to their later, more polished work.
- The album was recorded in relative obscurity and received little attention upon its release. It was re-released in 2009 by Beggars Banquet Records. The album features a rawer sound compared to their later, more critically acclaimed albums.
- The album was produced by The National and PaulSpecial.
- This release predates the addition of Julian and.), and showcases a different sonic palette from their later work.
The National is an indie rock band formed in Cincinnati, Ohio, and later based in Brooklyn, New York. They are best known for their literate, melancholic, and often anxious alternative rock. This self-titled debut was released in 2001, finding the band in its nascent stages, still years away from the international acclaim they would later achieve.
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