On May 13, 2008, “Atlantic” label released “Narrow Stairs”, the sixth Death Cab for Cutie studio album. It was recorded in 2008, at Seattle, and was produced by Chris Walla.

Personnel:

• Ben Gibbard– vocals, rhythm guitar, piano, keyboard, drums, drum machine
• Nick Harmer– backing vocals, bass
• Jason McGerr– drums, percussion
• Chris Walla– backing vocals, lead guitar, audio sequencer, piano, keyboards, recording, mixing
• Eric A. Hegg – centerfold photo
• Alex Newport– mixing
• Roger Seibel – mastering
• EE Storey– artwork, layout

Track listing:

1. Bixby Canyon Bridge – Ben Gibbard
2. I Will Possess Your Heart – Ben Gibbard, Nick Harmer, Jason McGerr, Chris Walla
3. No Sunlight – Ben Gibbard, Chris Walla
4. Cath – Ben Gibbard
5. Talking Bird – Ben Gibbard
6. You Can Do Better Than Me – Ben Gibbard
7. Grapevine Fires – Ben Gibbard, Nick Harmer, Jason McGerr
8. Your New Twin Sized Bed – Ben Gibbard, Nick Harmer
9. Long Division – Ben Gibbard, Chris Walla, Nick Harmer
10. Pity and Fear – Ben Gibbard
11. The Ice Is Getting Thinner – Ben Gibbard, Chris Walla