North Country
The Rankin Family · 1993
47 min · 13 tracks
A vibrant blend of traditional Celtic melodies and contemporary folk harmonies that evoke the spirit of Canada's Maritimes.
Top tracks — play these first
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North Country — The title track encapsulates the essence of the album with its evocative lyrics and rich instrumentation, setting the tone for the entire project.
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Mull River Shuffle — This lively instrumental showcases the band's exceptional musicianship and features infectious rhythms that invite listeners to dance along.
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Rise Again — A poignant reflection on resilience and hope, this song highlights the family's harmonious vocals while resonating with themes of perseverance.
Elevation
Our rating, out of 100 — and why.
AI-generated from five scored dimensions. An opinion, not a measurement.
The album blends traditional and contemporary folk elements, showcasing strong melodies and varied tempos.
What we noticed
- The album opens with a title track that features layered harmonies and traditional instrumentation, setting a vibrant tone.
- Several tracks incorporate call-and-response vocal patterns, enhancing the communal feel of the music.
- The tempo varies significantly across tracks, with lively jigs like 'Mull River Shuffle' contrasting with slower ballads such as 'Saved in the Arms'.
- Composition 25% of the score
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7/10
- Craft 20% of the score
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6/10
- Durability 25% of the score
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6/10
- Distinctiveness 18% of the score
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7/10
- Sequencing 12% of the score
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5/10
the writing — melody, harmony, structure, lyrics
production, performance, arrangement
whether it rewards returning to it
whether it sounds like itself
running order, pacing, length
Known within its scene. Reported but not counted — how far a record travelled describes its reception rather than the record, and a newer release has had less time to travel than an older one.
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 North Country 3:36
- 2 Oich U Agus H-iuraibh Eile (Love Song) 3:01
- 3 Borders and Time 3:23
- 4 Mull River Shuffle 4:54
- 5 Lisa Brown 3:03
- 6 Ho Ro Mo Nighean Donn Bhoidheach (Ho Ro My Nut Brown Maiden) 4:41
- 7 Tramp Miner 3:18
- 8 Rise Again 3:47
- 9 Leis an Lurgainn (Boat Song) 3:04
- 10 Christy Campbell Medley 4:40
- 11 Saved in the Arms 3:45
- 12 Johnny Tulloch 3:02
- 13 Turn That Boat Around 3:33
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