Sleep Well Beast
The National · 2017
57 min · 12 tracks · indie rock · post-punk
A reflective exploration of modern disconnection, woven through atmospheric melodies and introspective lyrics.
Why this album works
The album debuted at number two on the Billboard 200 and received widespread acclaim, including a Grammy nomination for Best Alternative Music Album. Its exploration of anxiety and relationships resonated deeply during a politically charged era, making it relevant beyond music alone.
- Best for
- steady pace for deep listening reflective moments of introspection gradual emotional build throughout
- Context
- Released in 2017, 'Sleep Well Beast' is The National's seventh studio album, coming off the commercial success of 'Trouble Will Find Me' (2013). At this point, the band was evolving their sound while grappling with personal and societal themes, further solidifying their place in the indie rock landscape.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Linkin Park· Lana Del Rey· Green Day· Moby· Tori Amos· Beck· Ariana Grande· Nine Inch Nails
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Nobody Else Will Be There 4:39
- 2 Day I Die 4:31
- 3 Walk It Back 5:59
- 4 The System Only Dreams in Total Darkness Standout 3:56
- 5 Born to Beg 4:22
- 6 Turtleneck 3:00
- 7 Empire Line 5:23
- 8 I’ll Still Destroy You 5:15
- 9 Guilty Party Standout 5:38
- 10 Carin at the Liquor Store Standout 3:33
- 11 Dark Side of the Gym 4:50
- 12 Sleep Well Beast 6:31
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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