The National - Boxer
Facts
 
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| Artist(s) | The National |
| Studio | Beggars Banquet |
| Release Date | May 22, 2007 |
| UPC Code | 607618025229 |
| Buy this item | $8.99 at Amazon.com As of May 17 16:03 EDT (details) 1 Audio CD, Usually ships in 24 hours, |
Tracks
- Fake Empire
- Mistaken For Strangers
- Brainy
- Squalor Victoria
- Green Gloves
- Slow Show
- Apartment Story
- Start a War
- Guest Room
- Racing Like a Pro
- ADA
- Gospel
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User Reviews
Average user review:
(48 reviews)
It's BeautifulThis album is bitter sweet in emotion, and simply complex in style. It grabs me every time. April 12, 2008
A Great Grower of an Album
The National really grabbed my attention with this latest release. Upon initial listens only a few tracks stuck out to me, but something kept me coming back for more. Perhaps it was the production by Peter Katis (whom also works with Interpol); or the very well written lyrics; or just the singer's somber baritone. Whatever it was, Boxer really opened up upon repeated listens. This is the best album I've heard in quite some time. Most of the tunes flow along effortlessly to a mellow vibe. The songs are very well arranged and very well performed. Somewhat dark, somewhat pensive, yet refreshing and comforting in a strange way. You're sure to find yourself singing these songs in your head after a few spins. I'd also recommend picking up the single, Mistaken For Strangers. The two b-sides on it are excellent, even if the price tag is a little hefty. April 4, 2008
Great Album
This was a great great album! It is one that you can insert heavily in you rotation for a long time and not get tired of it. If you like artists like Andrew Bird you will probably like this album. I think it is a classic and one that I will continue to listen to for a long time to come. I highly recommend this album. March 31, 2008
A Great Letdown!
I boght this cd Because Paste magazine named album of year for 2007, needless to say it was greatly over-hyped. Its a good album, at times personally I felt that the music overall was bland and nothing was there to shake me awake and make the album stand out, but there are a few exceptions. March 23, 2008
Solid
In a year of otherwise rather bland pop music, this is a shining star.
We were figuring on being disappointed. Alligator was really good, but dark. We knew that Boxer was getting the big push. Although happy for a band that's been out there struggling a long time, often the 'sell out' album is somewhat uninspired - trite.
So, it was a double pleasure listening to this brooding and soulful work. In fact, I found it more enjoyable over time. It is a solid record - my favourites are constantly being rearranged. February 19, 2008