The Visit cover

The Visit

Loreena McKennitt · 1991

49 min · 9 tracks · new age music · Celtic music

A haunting blend of Celtic melodies and poetic storytelling enveloped in lush, ethereal arrangements.

Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

  • steady melodic journey throughout
  • haunting storytelling in every track
  • evening solitude with reflective themes
  • ethereal soundscapes for deep listening

Maybe skip if you want

  • seeking upbeat, fast-paced tracks
  • prefer standalone singles over cohesion

Where this album fits

Career context
Released in 1991, 'The Visit' is Loreena McKennitt's third studio album, following her breakthrough with 'Elemental' and 'Parallel Dreams.' At this point, she was solidifying her unique sound that fused traditional Celtic music with contemporary influences, establishing her as a prominent figure in the new age genre.
Stylistic neighbors
Enya· Clannad· Lisa Gerrard

Tracklist

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

  • 1 All Souls Night 5:08
  • 2 Bonny Portmore 4:21
  • 3 Between the Shadows 3:41
  • 4 The Lady of Shalott 11:34
  • 5 Greensleeves 4:26
  • 6 Tango to Evora 4:10
  • 7 Courtyard Lullaby 4:56
  • 8 The Old Ways 5:45
  • 9 Cymbeline 5:03

Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata