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Released 20 years ago

The Sorrowjoy

Heather Nova · 2006

47 min · 44 tracks · alternative rock

A contemplative blend of ethereal melodies and introspective lyrics wrapped in minimalistic arrangements.

Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

  • fragmented listening for introspection
  • brief moments of ethereal calm
  • for quiet contemplation
  • suitable for reflective afternoons
  • short bursts of emotional depth

Maybe skip if you want

  • prefer longer, cohesive albums
  • dislike minimalistic arrangements

Where this album fits

Career context
In 2006, Heather Nova released 'The Sorrowjoy' during a phase of artistic exploration following her previous album, 'Storm', which had achieved moderate success. This record marked her return to a more intimate sound, showcasing her evolution as a songwriter after years of shifting musical styles and personal experiences.
Stylistic neighbors
Natalie Merchant· Tori Amos· Sarah McLachlan

Tracklist

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

  • 1 The Singing State 1:19
  • 2 The Bad Blood and the Rose 1:09
  • 3 The Homeopath 1:30
  • 4 Looking for Home 0:54
  • 5 The Poison 1:05
  • 6 Ode to My Grandparents 2:28
  • 7 You Moved Like an Animal 1:14
  • 8 Sucking Out the Sting 1:25
  • 9 Six Years Behind 0:47
  • 10 Please Please You 0:58
  • 11 Real Is My Only Real Friend 0:31
  • 12 Murmur 0:41
  • 13 Winged Messenger 0:57
  • 14 Prescription of Dreams 1:13
  • 15 Rain in the Tropics 0:50
  • 16 Respect for the Dead 1:24
  • 17 At Sea 2:08
  • 18 A Simple Grace 0:52
  • 19 Like Spiders 0:50
  • 20 The Girl 0:51
  • 21 The Bridge 1:05
  • 22 Into the Pink 1:22
  • 23 My Body Will Not Be Fooled 1:15
  • 24 This Is the Colour of You 0:35
  • 25 The Abandon 1:18
  • 26 In Your Hands I'd Be a Planet 0:35
  • 27 Soon Alaska 0:42
  • 28 Cracking the Code 1:12
  • 29 Firefly Dreams 1:00
  • 30 The Amber 0:50
  • 31 Joy 1:26
  • 32 Nothing in Between 1:02
  • 33 Digital 1:32
  • 34 The Wave 1:27
  • 35 The Bowerbird 1:07
  • 36 Blue Eyed Lion 1:06
  • 37 Though I Am Not Known Here 0:47
  • 38 I Cannot Say Yes 0:50
  • 39 Moods 0:24
  • 40 I Can Smell the Rain Coming 0:41
  • 41 Paradise Is Harder to Digest Alone 1:01
  • 42 Loss and Passion 0:29
  • 43 My Father 0:56
  • 44 Eastern Blue Cut 0:52

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