The National to play Crystal Palace Park this Friday!
Get ready for an unforgettable night as The National takes the stage at Crystal Palace Park this Friday, July 5th, 2024. Fresh off their electrifying headline performance at Glastonbury’s Other Stage, this show promises to be a highlight of the summer concert season.
Formed in New York in 1999, The National has become one of the most revered bands in modern rock. Their last five albums have all reached the Top 5 on the UK charts, with their 2017 Grammy-winning album "Sleep Well Beast" hitting Number 1. In the US, the band has achieved five Top 10 albums on The Billboard 200, cementing their status as global icons. This year has been particularly prolific for The National, with the release of their album "First Two Pages of Frankenstein" followed by the surprise launch of "Laugh Track" just five months later. Known for their dynamic and ever-evolving live shows, this performance is set to be no different.
Joining The National are the innovative Unknown Mortal Orchestra. The New Zealand-born, Portland-based band released their critically acclaimed album "V" in March, showcasing their unique blend of psych-rock infused with West Coast AOR, yacht rock, weirdo pop, and Hawaiian Hapa-haole influences. Their evocative and richly textured sound will set the perfect tone for the evening.
Also performing is Kevin Morby, whose latest album "This Is a Photograph" received widespread praise in 2022. Drawing inspiration from legends like Bob Dylan, Lou Reed, and Nina Simone, Morby’s poignant songwriting and captivating performances continue to carve his path to musical greatness.
Rounding out the lineup is This Is The Kit, led by the talented Kate Stables. Their June 2023 release "Careful of Your Keepers" blends daring folk rock with soft yet incisive soundscapes. Kate Stables shared her excitement: “Hooray! Over the moon to be hitting some shows again with The National. It’s been too long, lads!!”
Crystal Palace Park, London's iconic outdoor concert venue, has hosted legends like The Rolling Stones, Bob Marley, and Pink Floyd. In 2023, the park featured acts like Iggy Pop, Blondie, The Lumineers, Two Door Cinema Club, and The Wombats. This year’s lineup promises to be just as stellar, with more exciting announcements to come.
Don’t miss your chance to witness these incredible artists live. Tickets are still available at www.ticketmaster.co.uk.
