Matt Berninger News

Anchored by evocative melodies and an enthralling lyrical narrative, First Two Pages of Frankenstein signals a new chapter in the band’s beloved discography. The 11-song album was produced by The National at Long Pond Studios in upstate New York and features guest appearances by Taylor Swift, Phoebe Bridgers and Sufjan Stevens.

Phoebe Bridgers has released a cover of The Handsome Family’s “So Much Wine” - an addition to her Christmas song catalog. Proceeds from the track will be going to the Los Angeles LGBT Center. The track, produced by Bridgers along with longtime collaborators Tony Berg and Ethan Gruska. Plus, check out upcoming tour dates with Taylor Swift!

The album includes production by Ronboy herself, and Samuel Stewart (Lo Moon, Nightmare and the Cat), along with additional production by Sterling Laws (Lo Moon, Kim Gordon, Matt Berninger, Olivia Rodrigo) who affirmed Ronboy's initial ideas and helped propel the project further.

In their first UK festival performance since before the pandemic, American soft rock quintet The National have shown themselves to be capable of a competent return to form. Their particular brand of soaring choruses is reminiscent of a brooding film soundtrack, and is a perfect fit for the atmospheric surrounds of East London’s Victoria Park.

The National have been playing a number of new songs live since returning to the road this May, and now, the group releases one of them as a new single through 4AD, “Weird Goodbyes,” feat. Bon Iver. The single continues the tradition of Justin Vernon’s collaborations with the band in the studio and on stage.

Charlotte’s Blumenthal Performing Arts will present the world premiere of BLACKSTAR SYMPHONY, The Music of David Bowie, with featured guest vocalist John Cameron Mitchell, taking place on Friday, September 16 and Saturday, September 17 on the stage of the Belk Theater as part of the inaugural Charlotte International Arts Festival.

Intimate and emotional, the 3 never-before-heard songs were taken from the recording sessions for her critically heralded third full-length Little Oblivions. Tonight Baker kicks off The Wild Hearts Tour, an epic run of co-headlining dates alongside Sharon Van Etten and Angel Olsen. Check out the complete list of tour dates now!

Earlier this year, Sharon Van Etten, Angel Olsen, and Julien Baker announced The Wild Hearts Tour, an epic run of co-headlining dates that sees these three legendary songwriters, all known for their incredible, cathartic live performances, playing across North America this July and August.

The 64th Annual GRAMMY Awards featured a tribute to Stephen Sondheim, a win for Barlow and Bear's 'Unofficial Bridgerton Musical,' Lady Gaga and Tony Bennett for their 'Love For Sale' Cole Porter duets album, Olivia Rodrigo, and more. Check out the full list of winners now!

Adia Victoria has shared new single “Ain’t Killed Me Yet” which is out today across all DSPs via Canvasback. It marks her first new music since the release of her critically acclaimed new album A Southern Gothic which was released in the fall. The song was written as the blues companion to Lucille Clifton's poem 'Won't You Celebrate With Me.'

Adapted from Cyrano de Bergerac by Edmond Rostand, Joe Wright's new film adaption of Cyrano features music by Aaron & Bryce Dessner and lyrics by Matt Berninger & Carin Besser. BroadwayWorld caught up with Besser to discuss the creation of her lyrics for the film, what the addition of song adds to the classic story, and more.

BroadwayWorld caught up with Haley Bennett, who plays Roxanne in the new film adaption of Erica Schmidt's Cyrano musical to discuss her journey with the character from stage to screen, why the story of Cyrano continues to resonate with people, and more.

Cyrano is based on the stage musical adapted and directed by Erica Schmidt, from “Cyrano de Bergerac” by Edmond Rostand, with music by Aaron & Bryce Dessner and lyrics by Matt Berninger & Carin Besser. Watch Peter Dinklage and Kelvin Harrison Jr. perform 'Someone to Say' in the new lyric video.

In addition to Mosseri, The Bear features guitarist Harrison Whitford (Phoebe Bridgers, Matt Berninger), drummer Josh Adams (Beck), Eric D. Johnson (Bonny Light Horseman), Josh Kaufman (Bonny Light Horseman, Hiss Golden Messenger, The National), and keyboardist/producer Sam Kassirer (Josh Ritter, Craig Finn) who also mixed the album.

His sixth studio album since embarking on his prolific solo journey just under a decade ago, The Bear is a heartbreaking collection of autobiographical story-songs that Martin described as 'the kind of album I've been building towards for my entire career.' The lead single/title track 'The Bear' is out now.

Directed by Joe Wright, the film is adapted from the stage musical by Erica Schmidt, from “Cyrano de Bergerac” by Edmond Rostand, with music by Aaron & Bryce Dessner and lyrics by Matt Berninger & Carin Besser. The cast includes Peter Dinklage, Haley Bennett, and Kelvin Harrison Jr. Watch the new clip and featurette now!

The film is the latest to postpone its release due to the recent surge in COVID-19 cases due to the omicron variant. The film is still scheduled for a limited January 28 in the United States with a wider release following. With music by Aaron and Bryce Dressner of The National, the film stars Peter Dinklage, Kelvin Harrison, Jr, and Haley Bennett.

Award-winning director Joe Wright envelops moviegoers in a symphony of emotions with music, romance, and beauty in Cyrano, re-imagining the timeless tale of a heartbreaking love triangle. The greatest love story ever told is in select cities January 28th and everywhere February 11th.

Peter Dinklage appeared on CBS Sunday Morning this weekend to discuss his role in the new film Cyrano.

The Los Angeles premiere of Cyrano has been delayed due to COVID-19. While the screening will still occur, the red carpet and after party events have been postponed, along with any other upcoming live appearances from the cast. It is reported that a member of the film's inner circle has been exposed to COVID-19.