Hymns of the 49th Parallel
k.d. lang · 2004
47 min · 11 tracks · folk · jazz · traditional folk music
A tender collection of covers that intertwines folk and pop, showcasing k.d. lang's haunting vocal prowess.
Why this album works
This album garnered critical acclaim, highlighted by its nomination for a Grammy Award for Best Pop Vocal Album. Additionally, it features covers of iconic Canadian songs, reinforcing lang's cultural connection to her roots and influencing the Americana genre during the mid-2000s.
- Best for
- steady, consistent emotional journey long, immersive listening sessions contemplative late-night moods
- Context
- Released in 2004, 'Hymns of the 49th Parallel' marked a significant moment in k.d. lang's career as she transitioned into a more introspective phase. This album followed her commercial peak with 'Invincible Summer' in 2000 and showcased her ability to reinterpret classic songs with a new, emotional depth.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Leonard Cohen· Shania Twain· Céline Dion· Sarah McLachlan· The Guess Who· Barenaked Ladies· Garou· Gordon Lightfoot
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 After the Gold Rush Standout 4:00
- 2 Simple 3:02
- 3 Helpless 4:15
- 4 A Case of You Standout 5:12
- 5 The Valley 5:31
- 6 Hallelujah Standout 5:01
- 7 One Day I Walk 3:24
- 8 Fallen 2:56
- 9 Jericho 3:45
- 10 Bird on a Wire 4:28
- 11 Love Is Everything 5:43
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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