The National – The Rains of Castamere
By Aymen Ahmed / Music, Tracks / May 25, 2012 / 952 Views

TV drama Game of Thrones receives a track from Brooklyn-based band The National, suitably titled “The Rains of Castamere.” According to online Game of Thrones forums, the tune describes the "violent dynastic struggles among the kingdom's noble families for control of the Iron Throne." Frontman Matt Berninger affirms his dark lyrical prowess with the descriptive storytelling detailed on this one. Look out “Castamere” to feature in upcoming episodes.

Source: Pitchfork
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  • Bluthstein

    brings back memories of leonard cohen..i like