Redbird cover

Redbird

Heather Nova · 2005

51 min · 12 tracks · alternative rock

Ethereal melodies intertwine with introspective lyrics, creating a hauntingly beautiful soundscape of longing and resilience.

Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

  • steady mid-tempo reflective listening
  • haunting melodies for introspection
  • longing themes for quiet moments
  • ethereal soundscapes for solitude

Maybe skip if you want

  • seeking upbeat party tracks
  • prefer instant gratification songs

Where this album fits

Career context
Released in 2005, 'Redbird' is Heather Nova's fifth studio album, following her 2003 release 'Storm'. At this point in her career, Nova had established a dedicated fanbase and was exploring more personal and mature themes in her songwriting.
Stylistic neighbors
Natalie Merchant· Tori Amos· Sarah McLachlan

Tracklist

Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.

  • 1 Welcome 4:18
  • 2 I Miss My Sky (Amelia Earhart's Last Days) 5:05
  • 3 Motherland 4:25
  • 4 Redbird 4:16
  • 5 Done Drifting 4:10
  • 6 Overturned 3:26
  • 7 Mesmerized 4:14
  • 8 Singing You Through 4:11
  • 9 A Way to Live 3:51
  • 10 Wicked Game 4:51
  • 11 This Body 3:47
  • 12 The Sun Will Always Rise 4:43

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