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The Great White Sea Eagle

James Yorkston · 2023

43 min · 12 tracks · traditional folk music

A tapestry of delicate melodies woven with introspective storytelling and traditional folk instrumentation.

Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

  • steady melodic progression throughout
  • introspective storytelling with warmth
  • gentle reflections for quiet moments
  • short tracks for easy listening
  • delicate melodies for thoughtful engagement

Maybe skip if you want

  • seeking high-energy experiences
  • prefer standalone hit singles

Where this album fits

Career context
Released on January 13, 2023, 'The Great White Sea Eagle' is James Yorkston's latest album, following his 2021 release 'Live in Japan'. At this point in his career, Yorkston continues to explore the boundaries of folk music while maintaining a deep connection to his roots.
Stylistic neighbors
John Smith· Sufjan Stevens· Nick Drake

Tracklist

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

  • 1 Sam and Jeanie McGreagor 1:55
  • 2 An Upturned Crab 2:58
  • 3 Keeping Up With The Grandchildren, Yeah 4:23
  • 4 The Heavy Lyric Police 4:32
  • 5 A Sweetness In You 3:14
  • 6 A Forestful Of Rogues 4:13
  • 7 Peter Paulo Van Der Heyden 3:19
  • 8 Mary 3:26
  • 9 Hold Out For Love 3:09
  • 10 The Harmony 4:03
  • 11 The Great White Sea Eagle 3:24
  • 12 A Hollow Skeleton Lifts A Heavy Wing 5:05

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