Rachael Kilgour announces the release of her self-titled album.
Recorded at Sacred Heart Music Center with Eric Swanson and produced by Haley Bonar, the album is Kilgour’s first.
“This project was about three years in the making. For a long time, I have had the material, but lacked the know-how and connections to get the product I wanted,” said Kilgour. “These songs are so important to me; I couldn’t bear to release them prematurely. So through a long, long process of trail and error I finally figured things out; I met and worked with some of the most talented people in the area: the artists and graphic designer, the musicians and sound technician…Haley was so helpful as a producer. She’s obviously comfortable in the studio - very creative and very decisive. It was just what I needed.”
Rachael Kilgour’s 12 songs cover many aspects of the 24-year-old artist’s life, from social activism to heartache, love and a new family. Kilgour has made a name for herself as a singer-songwriter with her spot-on lyrics, captivating voice and energetic delivery. “It was such a challenge to try and capture myself and what makes me a memorable performer in this tiny piece of plastic,” Kilgour said, “but we did it and I am so happy with the outcome. I’m excited for people to hear it for the first time.”
The album features singer, guitarist and songwriter Rachael Kilgour; backup vocalists Adeline Wright and Haley Bonar; percussionist Dan Westerlund; bassist Matt Mobley; electric guitarist Jake Hanson; and instrumentalists Lance Rhicard and Kathy McTavish.
Kilgour began playing the violin at age 10 and continued the pursuit at the University of Minnesota Duluth where she majored in music education. Midway through her studies, she began writing and performing her own music, which she decided to pursue full-time.
Kilgour was a back-up vocalist and violinist with Sara Thomsen and the Three Altos. She also toured with nationally recognized recording artist Catie Curtis. Kilgour was a 2008 finalist in both the Big Top Chautauqua and the Music to Life songwriting contests.
Rachael Kilgour will be sold at the Electric Fetus, Northern Lights Bookstore, Adeline Inc. and Barnes & Noble in Duluth as well as online at www.rachaelkilgour.com and at www.cdbaby.com.
After you've finished here, you may like to hear this folk-carol on myspace... Poem 230 of 230, WalkaboutsVerse (see my blog for details): CHRISTMAS SUNG SIMPLY
As gospellers have said, Beneath signalling skies, On land dusty to tread, A trough in a stable Was the strawy first-bed Of a divine baby - The forgiving Godhead.
A season for new hope - There then and here now; The yuletide of goodwill - There then and here now.
In respect of this chance, Beneath bright or dark skies, Faith's the star that we glance Attending Christ's churches And trying to enhance, With singing and ritual, Our God-loving stance.
After you've finished here, you may like to hear this poem sung on myspace...
Poem 162 of 230, WalkaboutsVerse (please see my blog): TEES TO TYNE: FIRST IMPRESSIONS - SUMMER 2001
Where traditions are not so rare; Sea, country and works scent the air; A multitude of monuments, Planted tubs and patterned pavements.
The longish pedestrian malls; The remnants of defensive walls; Historic buildings are a gauge Of the respect for heritage.
Wheat, rape and pines in the fields; Estuaries guarded by shields; Long sandy beaches and wide scenes; Romantic-ruin go-betweens.
Rivers in parts licked by trees, Or fringed by boat clubs, wharfs, gantries, And crossed by practical delights - Varied spans, forming pleasing sights.
Fine churches headed at Durham; Football kits ad infinitum; Kept castles - one for study; Masonry behind masonry.
And, with moulding-works out that way, It’s somewhere for a longer stay..?
After you've finished here, you may like to hear this poem sung on myspace...
Poem 2 of 230, WalkaboutsVerse (please see my blog): WALKABOUT WITH MY PEN
Once drove an old sedan, up north, From a place in Sydney to Cairns; Then to Kuranda I went forth, By train, to look without set plans.
I browsed through the trendy market, With fresh fruits of tropical kind; Walked to the creek through lush thicket - Nature’s hand giving peace of mind.
I dined in a scenic cafe; Then, outside, as I wrote for yen, Some passing Kooris called-out: “Hey, You go walkabout with your pen.”
Request or question, I don’t know - Assured voices, elderly men. That’s now several years ago, And I’ve seen the world - with my pen.
Yo Friend! Bouch from Dante's Lounge here. I wanted to let you know that we just posted two songs from our new album entitled "TRANSPARENT SCARS" on our music player. When ya get a chance, give these trax a spin and check out the new merch on our website at www.danteslounge.com Let us know what ya think. Hope to cya at some shows this summer.
well, it's been a long and winding road, and an even longer time coming, but my debut CD, 'I Remember', is FINALLY HERE!!! YAY!!!!!
to celebrate, American HeartBeat Records(tm) has arranged a FREE DOWNLOAD of "Now Is The Time" in exchange for a valid email address. "Now Is The Time" is a brand new, upbeat song I wrote: we're living in turbulent times. suddenly it's okay to be greedy and heartless? no way! a song of hope for our future, a new vision of America and the world.
we've got a bunch of exciting things planned to kick this whole thing off, and we need to get a better picture of who our friends are, so the FREE DOWNLOAD form will ask you a few questions, like, what's your country and nearest major city. it all takes maybe 15 seconds.
hey there...we just wanted to let you know that we'll be playing a show at Beaner's Central in Duluth on Fri Apr 10. we'd love it if you could stop by and spend an evening with us...
Thank you so much for your kind consideration. 'Your'music is superb! And your face looks so fresh in your profile pic. You look mischevious and uninhibited! I am flattered that we are friends. You'll, of course,have to maintain the high road... Thanks again peace respect rex
