The National have announced their first live show since 2024, set for Paris, and performed '90-Mile Water Wall' for the first time since 2014 with Richard Reed Parry. Meanwhile, Matt Berninger released a new EP titled 'Type It Up,' and Aaron Dessner clarified that the song 'Death Wish' is not about Taylor Swift. Michael Stipe joined the band to perform R.E.M.'s 'E-Bow The Letter,' and members including John Legend appeared at Ohio rallies for Dr. Amy Acton.