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Track Listings
| 1. Come and I Will Sing You (The Twelve Apostles) |
| 2. Old Polina |
| 3. The River Driver |
| 4. The Mermaid |
| 5. Captain Kidd |
| 6. Graceful & Charming (Sweet Forget-Me-Not) |
| 7. Concerning Charlie Horse |
| 8. Harbour LeCou |
| 9. Tishialuk Girls Set |
| 10. French Shore |
| 11. Cod Liver Oil |
| 12. Tickle Cove Pond |
Product Description
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A band that has made a name for itself since 1992 by updating the Celtic and, more specifically, Cape Breton tradition, Great Big Sea has long mixed poppy original tunes with traditionals goosed up to fit a more modern aesthetic. On the band's eighth album, The Hard And The Easy, the Canadians focus wholly on traditional Newfoundland folk tunes of all shapes and colors. All the music is acoustic and most (surprise!) have a seafaring theme to them. These are tunes that band-members grew up playing at home with family and friends, and there is no pretension or airs. The band¹s sense of humor comes through on gems like country-ish "Concerning Charlie Horse" and "The Mermaid," while "Graceful & Charming" is a sentimental ballad. The Breton tradition comes through strongest on "Harbour Le Cou" and "Tishialuk Girls Set." Adding its musicianship and excellent vocals to the Celtic continuum, Great Big Sea has come up with one for and of the ages. --Tad Hendrickson
Product Description
After almost thirteen years together, Great Big Sea is releasing a new kind of album, all-acoustic CD featuring traditional and local songs of Newfoundland. Includes a special 45-minute bonus DVD featuring an informal session with Great Big Sea, complete with reflections, laughs, false starts, and stripped-down versions of all the songs from The Hard and the Easy. Zoe. 2005.
Customer Reviews
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By C. Alford
Format:Audio CD
Great Big Sea are amazing, all their songs make you want to get up on your feet and dance. When i first heard some of the titles on this album i thought it would be a bit drab but boy was i wrong. Went to see the boys in concert and it was even better in person, especially River Driver and Tishialuk Girls Set both were so haunting i got goosebumps. I would recommend this album and all the other Great big sea ones for anyone who wants to put some fun into your life. And if you havent seen them in concert make a point to go
By A Customer
Format:Audio CD|Amazon Verified Purchase
This album immediately became one of my favourites. I like songs that are humourous, and there are a few on this album. I laughed at the cod liver oil song. Captain Kid is my favourite, but all the songs are great. Any of the cuts on the record could be a commercial hit if picked up by the radio stations. Buy this album! You will have no regrets.
By Christine
Format:Audio CD
I have been a fan of Great Big Sea for many years now, and have all the albums. The Hard and The Easy did not disappoint, it has become an instant favorite. They have me singing right along with them. Great Big Sea has brought us some of the music from their own back yard, and because they enjoy and love these songs you can't help but enjoy and love them with them. You can hear that they genuinely love these songs by the vocals and arrangements, making them that much more enjoyable. The lyrics are filled with humour and hope, add to that the unique sound of Great Big Sea and you have an Album that all ages can enjoy. If you are a fan of Pop, Celtic, Country or Rock I guarantee you'll enjoy this album
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Most recent customer reviews
5.0 out of 5 stars
Follow-Up
The Hard and the Easy is described on greatbigsea.ca as a follow-up to the CD Something Beautiful. Normally half the songs on their CD's are original and half are Traditional. Read more
Published on Dec 31 2005
5.0 out of 5 stars
Follow-Up
The Hard and the Easy is described on greatbigsea.ca as a follow-up to the CD Something Beautiful. Normally half the songs on their CD's are original and half are Traditional. Read more
Published on Dec 31 2005 by Annie Simonen
5.0 out of 5 stars
Mermaids are fun
More Folkish than their other records, but on purpose. Bonus DVD of them at home singing some of the tracks and some insight to the songs' origins. Read more
Published on Dec 21 2005 by Ross Grandel
2.0 out of 5 stars
same old thing,very boring in general
I was very disappointed with the latest GBS cd.It was rather typical and boring.These guys have fans but they never seem to peak beyond the first couple of weeks in terms of a buzz... Read more
Published on Oct 31 2005 by janey
5.0 out of 5 stars
AWESOME
The boys in GBS deserve every bit of the attention they are currently getting; their current work is excellent and is dearly treasured. Read more
Published on Oct 27 2005
5.0 out of 5 stars
Great Big Sea created a treasure
I'm relatively new to Great Big Sea's music. I only have two of their other cds, but I absolutely love The Hard And The Easy. Read more
Published on Oct 26 2005 by Mel
5.0 out of 5 stars
A great Cd for all ages
Their 8th album makes for what will be true kitchen party favorite. All songs you can't help but sing along too! A real treasure for any collection!
Published on Oct 23 2005 by Jennifer
5.0 out of 5 stars
A classic
This cd is a must buy if you are a newfoundlander or a Great Big Sea fan. Every song on this cd is amazing, the cd even comes with an hour long DVD that explains all of the songs... Read more
Published on Oct 22 2005 by ,MP5507,MP5507
5.0 out of 5 stars
Great CD
This GBS CD is the best yet. Every song is great!!!!
Published on Oct 20 2005
5.0 out of 5 stars
A Beautiful, Historical Album
The Hard and The Easy is a 100% traditional, acoustic album of Newfoundland folk songs, not a pop album containg a few traditional songs like GBS usually release. Read more
Published on Oct 16 2005 by Anonymous
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