black cat: the national

All my concert photos look the same.

Tonight I went to the Black Cat to see The National. They did not disapoint, with some great drum work laying a foundation for lead singer Matt Beringer. Classic indie rock.

The National played largely off their most recent album, Alligator. There were more than a few fans in attendance. One gentleman in whose general direction I wanted to throw a grenade. He kept yelling "National!", I think implying that the similarity between the band's name and a popular local baseball team was somehow significant. National(s) fans aside, the crowd was largely indifferent. It's too bad, because the band put on a hell of a show, exactly what you'd expect from a band that's been around for a while. The crowd got into a few songs, but were a buzzkill most of the show.

Nonetheless, a good show and a band I'd definitely go see again. Just don't ask me to photograph it.