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The National
High Violet (2010)
Moderate 125 BPM
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Sensory Profile

Dynamic Range7/10
Sudden Changesmild
Texturelayered
Predictabilitymedium
Vocal Styledynamic vocals
Notes: Scratching, reverberating guitars and ominous drumming create a dream-like haze with disjointed conversational phrasing, evoking snippets of overheard dialogue amid ethereal instrumentation. The production builds tension without extreme harshness, suitable for introspective listening.

Misophonia Triggers

Mouth Soundsnone
Percussive Clicksnone
Breathing Soundsnone
Repetitive Micro-soundsnone

A brooding indie rock track from The National's High Violet album, featuring Matt Berninger's baritone vocals over atmospheric guitars and driving drums, exploring obsessive fears with surreal lyrics like 'I was afraid I’d eat your brains.'

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Moods: introspective, melancholy, ominous

Traditions: indie rock

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