Hello! Sara Hillis here to let you know that this week's epic episode of Come by the Hills is almost here! This time, I've got a de lux version of one of Loreena McKennitt's most amazing albums, The Mask and Mirror, originally recorded in 1994. This new edition contains the original album, a "words and Music" documentary, a live performance from a radio program called Mountain Stage, as well as a DVD containing a dress rehearsal performance and a Blueray containing Dolby Atmos versions of the original album tracks. The best news is that Loreena does an audio version of her liner notes, so you don't have to hear me try to read them!
I'll only be showcasing the first two disks, as they are audio CDs, but we'll be able to get extremely nerdy with travel stories, a bit of studio banter, and a lot of very interesting music!
This album took some time to grow on me after I received it as a Christmas gift from my father, but once it did, I never looked back. It is one of the many albums which have done much to shape my own life! This was the album where Loreena really found her way and her full musical purpose. coming three years after her breakout album, The Visit, it showed her curiosity and her willingness to learn about history, culture and humanity itself. So, come and join me on the journey!
Catch Come by the Hills live from the 7th Floor on Sunday at 8:00 PM Eastern, or check out the replay on Tuesday at 5:00 AM Eastern! Enjoy, and keep your dragons safe!