This Empty Northern Hemisphere and Firecracker
Week #12 – April 3
This Empty Northern Hemisphere
by Gregory Alan Isakov
Little know facts
The album features the stunning vocals of Brandi Carlile on five tracks, adding a rich layer of harmony to Isakov’s introspective folk sound.
It includes a heartfelt cover of Leonard Cohen’s “One of Us Cannot Be Wrong,” showcasing Isakov’s admiration for the legendary songwriter.
Isakov described this album as being “obsessed with landscapes,” reflecting his deep connection to nature and its influence on his songwriting
Firecracker
by The Wailin’ Jennys
Little know facts
The album was nominated for a 2007 Juno Award for “Roots and Traditional Album of the Year by a Group,” cementing its place in Canadian folk music history.
The opening track, “The Devil’s Paintbrush Road,” was the most-played Canadian song on folk radio in 2006, highlighting its widespread appeal.
Each member of the trio brought unique styles to the album—ranging from indie-pop to country waltz—creating a rich tapestry of sounds.
by Gregory Alan Isakov
by The Wailin’ Jennys
What did we think?
This Empty Northern Hemisphere
| Sipper | Rating | Who chose it? |
|---|---|---|
| Alex |  | Andrea |
| Andrea | | Ian |
| Christine | | Stacey |
| Claire | | Stacey |
| Dylan | | Stacey |
| Greg | | Andrea |
| Ian |  | Stacey |
| Stacey | | Andrea |
| Big Dawg Steve-O Ferguson | | Stacey |
Firecracker
| Sipper | Rating | Who chose it? |
|---|---|---|
| Alex | | Andrea |
| Andrea | | Claire |
| Christine | | Stacey |
| Claire | | Stacey |
| Dylan | | Stacey |
| Greg | | Andrea |
| Ian | | Greg |
| Stacey | | Andrea |
| Big Dawg Steve-O Ferguson | | Stacey |
Upcoming week #13 albums (April 10): Local Honey by Brian Fallon and Temporary Resident by Imaginary Cities