Stick Season
Noah Kahan · 2022
55 min · 14 tracks
A blend of introspective folk melodies and rich storytelling that captures the essence of small-town life and personal reflection.
Top tracks — play these first
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Stick Season — This title track encapsulates the album's central theme of grappling with change and loss, blending vivid imagery with a haunting melody.
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Homesick — In this track, Kahan delves into feelings of longing and belonging, showcasing his ability to evoke strong emotions through relatable storytelling.
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All My Love — With its heartfelt lyrics and melodic hook, this song beautifully captures the complexities of love and absence, representing the album's emotional core.
Elevation
Our rating, out of 100 — and why.
AI-generated from five scored dimensions. An opinion, not a measurement.
The album's introspective folk sound and storytelling create a relatable experience, though it follows established genre conventions.
What we noticed
- The album features a consistent use of acoustic instrumentation, with guitar and piano as the primary vehicles for melody across most tracks.
- The track 'Halloween' shifts to a more upbeat tempo, creating a contrast with the generally reflective mood of the preceding songs.
- 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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8/10
- Distinctiveness 18% of the score
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6/10
- Sequencing 12% of the score
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7/10
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.
Is this for you?
Good fit if you like
- wistful reflections on nostalgia
- heartfelt melodies for quiet moments
- intimate storytelling in every track
- for autumn afternoons
- gentle pacing for relaxed listening
Maybe skip if you
- seeking high-energy party vibes
- prefer instant gratification tracks
Where this album fits
- Career context
- Stick Season is Noah Kahan's sophomore album, following his debut release, Busyhead, in 2019. By the time of this release in October 2022, Kahan had established a dedicated fanbase and was recognized for his poignant songwriting and emotional resonance. This album represents a significant maturation in his sound and lyrical depth as he navigates themes of nostalgia and identity.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Maggie Rogers· Vance Joy· Hozier
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Northern Attitude 4:27
- 2 Stick Season 3:02
- 3 All My Love 4:11
- 4 She Calls Me Back 4:03
- 5 Come Over 3:17
- 6 New Perspective 4:16
- 7 Everywhere Everything 4:17
- 8 Orange Juice 4:57
- 9 Strawberry Wine 4:45
- 10 Growing Sideways 4:15
- 11 Halloween 3:55
- 12 Homesick 3:14
- 13 Still 3:07
- 14 The View Between Villages 3:35
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