The National

High Violet

With 2005’s flawless second LP PREfection, Cass McCombs entered the pantheon of singer-songwriters dealing in a signature thematic and sonic universe studded with effortless catchiness, singular mood, and literary lyrics of rare distinction. 

Featuring single ‘Sacred Heart’ and favourites ‘Equinox’ and ‘She’s Still Suffering’, PREfection set the scene for Cass’s 2007 breakthrough album Dropping The Writ, rounding off a golden period when Cass was in his ascendance. 

Tracklist:

A1. Equinox

A2. Subtraction

A3. Multiple Suns

A4. Tourist Woman

A5. Sacred Heart 

B1. She’s Still Suffering

B2. Cuckoo

B3. Bury Mary

B4. City of Brotherly Love

B5. All Your Dreams May Come True