The National – Sleep Well Beast

Five Notable Releases of the Week (9/8)

This week’s Notable Releases include The National’s massive new album, Zola Jesus’ return to Sacred Bones, Alvvays’ shiny sophomore LP, and more.

Review: The National's 'Sleep Well Beast' is their most radical album in years

‘Sleep Well Beast’ finds The National at their most depressing, and makes some of the most radical changes to their post-‘Alligator’ sound, introducing synths, electronic drums, guitar solos, and more.