Out of My Province
Nadia Reid · 2020
39 min · 10 tracks
A haunting blend of folk and introspective songwriting, layered with rich melodies and atmospheric instrumentation.
Top tracks — play these first
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Oh Canada — This track showcases Reid's ability to weave personal narrative with broader cultural commentary, reflecting on identity and belonging through evocative imagery.
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High & Lonely — In this song, Reid's vocal delivery captures a sense of yearning, perfectly complemented by sparse instrumentation that enhances its emotional weight.
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Get the Devil Out — This closing track embodies themes of struggle and redemption, with a powerful chorus that highlights Reid's growth as both a songwriter and performer.
Elevation
Our rating, out of 100 — and why.
AI-generated from five scored dimensions. An opinion, not a measurement.
The album showcases strong songwriting and production but doesn't fully transcend its genre.
What we noticed
- The album opens with a soft acoustic guitar that sets a reflective tone, which is maintained through the first half before introducing more layered instrumentation.
- Several tracks feature a call-and-response vocal style, where Reid's voice is complemented by harmonies that create a sense of dialogue.
- The final track employs a gradual build-up, starting with minimal instrumentation and culminating in a fuller sound, creating an emotional climax.
- Composition 25% of the score
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7/10
- Craft 20% of the score
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8/10
- Durability 25% of the score
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7/10
- Distinctiveness 18% of the score
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7/10
- Sequencing 12% of the score
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6/10
the writing — melody, harmony, structure, lyrics
production, performance, arrangement
whether it rewards returning to it
whether it sounds like itself
running order, pacing, length
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Is this for you?
Good fit if you like
- reflective melodies for quiet moments
- warm soundscapes for introspection
- cultural exploration through personal stories
- ideal for afternoon relaxation
Maybe skip if you
- seekers of high-energy tracks
- prefer immediate, upbeat gratification
Where this album fits
- Career context
- Out of My Province marks Nadia Reid's third studio album, following her critically acclaimed 2017 release, Preservation. At this point in her career, she had established herself as a respected voice in the indie folk scene, building on her earlier successes while continuing to refine her sound and lyrical depth.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Phoebe Bridgers· Julien Baker· Lucy Dacus
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 All of My Love 4:07
- 2 High & Lonely 3:40
- 3 Oh Canada 4:47
- 4 Heart to Ride 4:09
- 5 Other Side of the Wheel 4:00
- 6 Best Thing 4:10
- 7 I Don't Wanna Take Anything from You 3:56
- 8 The Future 3:32
- 9 Who Is Protecting Me 3:27
- 10 Get the Devil Out 3:59
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