Twenty years on from the release of their 2001 self-titled debut album,The Nationalare reissuing it along with 2003’s follow-upSad Songs For Dirty Loversand 2004’sCherry TreeEP. With all three records having beenremastered at Abbey Road Studios, the 2021 represses stay faithful to their original artwork while their stunning new masters help make these much-loved records sound as vital as ever, further emphasizing the early signs of the sound that would go on to make them one of the finest and most beloved alternative bands of their generation.
Released a year beforeThe Nationalbroke through with their third albumAlligator, theCherry TreeEPis a thrilling record which – thanks to its collection of delicate ballads and anthemic crowd-pleasers – sums up what they do best in under 30 minutes. Now a firm fan-favorite, amongCherry Tree’sseven tracks are nowNationalclassics “About Today” and “All The Wine,” plus a thrilling live version of “Murder Me Rachael” that reminds of the band’s fearsome early live performances.
Cherry Treecan be seen as the record that marks the moment whenThe Nationalhad truly found themselves, a bridge from what went before to a band ready to conquer the world. And with this new master, it’s never sounded better!
Track Listings
1. Wasp Nest
2. All The Wine
3. All Dolled-Up In Straps
4. Cherry Tree
5. About Today
6. Murder Me Rachael (Live)
7. A Reasonable Man (I Don’t Mind)
