by black francis » Fri Mar 06, 2009 3:57 pm
Boxer is the fourth studio album by Brooklyn-based indie rock band The National. It was released on May 22, 2007 by Beggars Banquet Records. The album features a guest performance by Sufjan Stevens on "Ada" and "Racing Like a Pro" and backing vocals by Marla Hansen. Following its release, it debuted at number 68 on the U.S. Billboard 200, selling about 9,500 copies in its first week.[3] The song "Slow Show" contains lyrics from the band's song "29 Years," first found on their self-titled debut album.
A film by Vincent Moon documenting the creation of the album, entitled A Skin, a Night was released on Beggar's Banquet on May 20, 2008.
I had no idea what it was myself till I googled it.
With the Force as his ally he did battle with the Dark Lord. And he showed the measure of a true Jedi at a place called "The Death Star" where hope for the Galaxy was reborn. May all who struggle against tyranny hold his memory in their hearts