Rome

by The National

The National’s Rome is nothing short of a masterpiece. This album captures a haunting yet immersive atmosphere that draws you in right from the start. Listening to it, I couldn’t help but be reminded of a Massive Attack concert I attended in Italy some years ago—a night where the air felt heavy with emotion, and every note seemed to ripple through the crowd. The same gripping intensity can be found here, distilled into each song.

Matt Berninger’s voice is, as always, pure magic. It’s like the anchor to a stormy sea of instrumentation—steady, rich, and incredibly emotive. Nearly every track demands to be played at full volume, not just to hear but to feel the music in your bones. The balance of melancholy and grandeur is stunning; there’s a cinematic quality to the album that wraps itself around you and doesn’t let go.

The best part? Almost every song hooks you with its own unique allure. It’s one of those rare albums where you’ll want to press play and let it carry you from start to finish, no skips, just pure indulgence. If you haven’t already, Rome deserves your full attention. Trust me—turn it up, let go, and get completely lost in its brilliance.