- Audio CD (Mar 12 2002)
- Number of Discs: 1
- Format: Import
- Label: APPLESEED RECORDS
- ASIN: B000060P8L
- In-Print Editions: Audio CD
- Average Customer Review: 4.7 out of 5 stars See all reviews (3 customer reviews)
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Track Listings
| 1. Red-Winged Blackbird |
| 2. Henry's Downfall |
| 3. Sinatra And I |
| 4. The Flower Of Magherally |
| 5. October 70 |
| 6. Woodsmoke And Oranges |
| 7. Sing My Heart Home |
| 8. Stonecutter |
| 9. Nothing |
| 10. You Know Me |
Product Description
From Amazon.com
"I have to admit there's a strange tale between us," sings James Keelaghan at the start of "Sinatra and I," a song from Home. It's only after a couple of verses that the Juno-winning folkie lets on he's talking about a four-legged companion--the Sinatra of the title. Sinatra is named for his eyes, although it "Turns out as well/He's a pretty good singer/Though he tends more to blues/Than to strangers at night." A talented storyteller, songwriter, and guitarist, Keelaghan fills his sixth solo album (he also released a collaboration with guitarist Oscar Lopez in 1997) with stories and songs about home, nature, and politics. Some are achingly beautiful, such as "Red-Winged Blackbird" and "Sing My Heart Home"; others are whimsical, such as "Sinatra and I" and the closing love song "You Know Me." A couple of cautionary tales and the traditional "The Flower of Magherally" bring some sober moments to the disc. For the most part, the songs use minimal backing; the album crests with the jubilant violin of "October 70" while Keelaghan backs up his anti-rhetoric statement "Nothing" with harsh, windy electric guitar. Throughout, the Calgary native's voice is even and sturdy, his words poetic ("My best laid plans gone like chaff upon the wind"), and his playing graceful, making Home a warm, comforting place to visit. --Shawn Conner
Pamela Murray Winters , Dirty Linen.
“Keelaghan’s voice is so easy to listen to that the thorns in his lyrics, and the twists he replicates in his covers, can catch the listener unawares.”
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1 of 1 people found the following review helpful
5.0 out of 5 stars
Keelaghan hits 'HOME' once again...,
By A Customer
This review is from: Home (Audio CD)
Every time JK releases a new album I think it can't possibly live up to the last but he's done it again with Home! Every album has at least one song that reaches out and touches your heart - this one is no exception - Stonecutters brings a tear to my eye every time I hear it... it's up there with Captain Torres, Cold Missouri Waters, and Kiri's piano... If you don't own any James Keelaghan recordings yet, do yourself a favour and order one (or them all!) today...
1 of 1 people found the following review helpful
4.0 out of 5 stars
Solid modern folk music,
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This review is from: Home (Audio CD)
The earnest, urgent folkie crowd has a long tradition of gravelly-voiced, old-man-ish crooners, those who prefer gruff utterances over sensitive guy warbliness -- Stan Rogers, Ewan MacColl and Roy Bailey all come to mind. James Keelaghan is currently one of the best practitioners of this style; his burnished, hushed tones have a pleasant timbre, and when combined with strong, tasteful arrangements, sound quite compelling. This album is one of his best -- the backup music is melodic and rich, it sticks to the backwoods/back porch side of things doesn't stray into New Agey synthiness or other musical goop. And the songs are also pretty good... there's the occasional forced moment, as on the political tune, "Nothing," but the preachiness is saved for the album's end, and by then Keelaghan should have won you over. If you're looking for a record to redeem your faith in modern folk music, give this one a shot.
1 of 1 people found the following review helpful
5.0 out of 5 stars
James is picking up where Stan Rogers left us,
By "dkpears" (Edmonton AB) - See all my reviews
This review is from: Home (Audio CD)
Garnet Rogers is Stan's brother, and he is a talent in his own right. I don't feel a comparison of him to Stan is just or required.But James reminds me of Stan often. His grand songs and stories of (Canadian) history. The deep voice. The wicked sense of humour. The great live performances. The wonderful renditions of other writer's songs or those by "Trad." In terms of this recording, it is less 'produced' than some of James' other releases. It is also kind of low-key, so it feels like a sing-along in your living room. Highly recommended to those who love the voice of James Keelaghan.
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