High Violet — 2010

Lush, melancholic and immaculately crafted, their commercial breakthrough. Anthemic in a restrained way. A modern indie staple. Not the headline release, but a genuine highlight.

On vinyl: A vinyl-revival-era release, so fresh pressings are usually easy to find new.

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More from The National — where to go next

If you have High Violet, these are the The National records worth reaching for next.

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2. 2
   Boxer2007 · Alternative & Indie
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3. 3
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4. 4
   Sleep Well Beast2017 · Alternative & Indie
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5. 5
   Trouble Will Find Me2013 · Alternative & Indie
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