His gloomy persona, which has defined The National’s albums, is brought to a new level on his solo debut “Serpentine Prison.”

Matt Berninger

All week, on each edition of Out of the Box, listen for songs from one of the best albums that’s just hitting stores and hear Paul Shugrue's review of that album.

Music

Her tenth album “Every New Beginning” features songs that tell of what it’s like to be in or out of love.

Kim Richey

On their first album in five years, a self-titled effort, they return with nine songs that go from infectious energy to melancholy reflection without a hint of irony

The Avett Brothers

The title of the new album “The Hits Keep Coming” doesn’t refer to hit singles but the body blows delivered by a lifetime of playing the blues.

Rick Estrin & the Nightcats

“Look to the East, Look to the West” is their first album in 11 years but they waste no time re-capturing the essence of what they are known for; effortlessly blending catchy hooks with thoughtful songwriting surrounded by lush, modern arrangements.

Camera Obscura

“All Born Screaming” is a thrill ride of psychedelic, dystopian experimentation

Matt Berninger

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