First Two Pages of Frankenstein is The National’s ninth studio album. This 11-song collection signals a new chapter in the band’s discography. Anchored by evocative melodies and an enthralling lyrical narrative, First Two Pages of Frankenstein finds The National sounding more creatively energized than ever and poised to earn them even more fans. The album was produced by the band at Long Pond Studios in upstate New York and features guest appearances by Taylor Swift (“The Alcott”), Phoebe Bridgers (“This Isn’t Helping” and “Your Mind Is Not Your Friend”) and Sufjan Stevens (“Once Upon a Poolside”).

Formed in New York in 1999, The National consists of Matt Berninger (vocals) fronting two pairs of brothers: Aaron (guitar, bass, piano) and Bryce Dessner (guitar, piano, orchestration), and Scott (bass, guitar) and Bryan Devendorf (drums). The group has scored five top 10 albums on The Billboard 200, with 2017’s Sleep Well Beast earning the Grammy for Best Alternative Album.

​​​​Tracklist:

Once Upon A Poolside (feat. Sufjan Stevens) 
Eucalyptus 
New Order T-Shirt 
This Isn’t Helping (feat. Phoebe Bridgers) 
Tropic Morning News
Alien 
The Alcott (feat. Taylor Swift) 
Grease In Your Hair 
Ice Machines 
Your Mind Is Not Your Friend (feat. Phoebe Bridgers)
Send For Me