Matt Berninger

Today we have part two of our run of interviews with The National in celebration of their new album, First Two Pages of Frankenstein. Last week Broken Producer producer Leah Rose talked to guitarist and composer Aaron Dessner, and today Leah picks up the conversation with the band’s lead singer, Matt Berninger. Matt, whose fear and anxiety are often on full display in his songwriting, talks about overcoming a debilitating bout of depression in the period before he started writing songs for the new album. He also explains how the combination of weed and iced tea help him spark creativity. And why he hopes his songwriting impresses Phoebe Bridgers and Taylor Swift. You can hear a playlist of some of our favorite songs from Matt Berninger and The National HERE.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Matt Berninger, the iconic songwriter and frontman of The National, joins Alan Sparhawk, renowned for his work with Low, in a heartfelt discussion. They explore their personal journeys through grief, reflecting on how loss has shaped their music. Both artists share insights on the healing power of creativity and the impact of mental health on their songwriting. With humor and honesty, they navigate the complexities of faith, family, and the emotional connections music fosters with audiences, revealing the transformative nature of their craft.

Matt Berninger, frontman of The National and solo artist behind the new album 'Get Sunk', shares his creative journey and insights on mental health. He discusses the emotional connections to music shaped by the pandemic and personal experiences. Matt dives into the struggles of navigating creativity and mental well-being while revealing humorous anecdotes from live performances and the art of authenticity in songwriting. The conversation also touches on spirituality and societal critiques, blending humor with profound reflections on the human experience.

Live episode with Jason Schwartzman and Matt Berninger discussing creativity, music, positive sentiment override, fear of ghosts, acting techniques, managing anxiety, art's impact, evolving lyrics, resonating songs, trauma and mindfulness, and expressing gratitude.

Matt Berninger, lead singer of indie rock band The National, discusses the unglamorous reality of the rock 'n' roll lifestyle and the creative challenges posed by the pandemic. He laments the pressures of ego and explores how collaboration fuels artistic growth. Berninger shares insights on embracing emotional depth while navigating self-awareness, reflecting on his journey from advertising to music. He highlights the importance of risk-taking in evolution and authenticity, making a case for emotional processing as essential in art.