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Status: Single
Country: BM
Signup Date: 11/2/2005
Monday, September 08, 2008 

Category: Music
Hello friends,

I have some good news – on October 10th I will be releasing an album of all new material, called "The Jasmine Flower".

I played around a lot over the last 2 years with different sounds and ideas, but in the end I decided I wanted to make my most stark record to date, so I recorded the songs with just me and my guitar. Afterwards we added a string quartet to a few tracks.

I have a home studio here in Bermuda, but when I was ready to put down the tracks, the whole thing started breaking down – first the mixing desk then the computer itself died. I was very "in the zone" to record and didn't want to wait what could be weeks for all new gear to arrive, so I decided it was a lesson in simplicity– I realized I could still record and mix the album on my solar powered laptop. So there you have it – that's all you need to make a great sounding album. Sun and songs.

I think the songs must be good, because most of them make me feel pretty uncomfortable, which is a sign that I have plumbed the depths and dug for truth, no matter how unsettling.

I will also be including a bonus CD - a concert recording from my last tour.

I hope you enjoy the album, and I hope to see you on tour.

Here is the track listing:

RIDE
BEAUTIFUL STORM
MAYBE TOMORROW
OUT ON A LIMB
EVERY SOLDIER IS A MOTHER'S SON
OUT IN NEW MEXICO
LOOKING FOR THE LIGHT
HOLLOW
IF I SHOULD DIE
SAY SOMETHING
FOLLOW ME IN GRACE


And here are my upcoming tour dates...

Oct 13 - Sheperd's Bush Empire - London, United Kingdom
Oct 14 - Ancienne Belgique - Bruxelles, Belgium
Oct 15 - Grosse Freiheit - Hamburg, Germany
Oct 16 - Columbiahalle - Berlin, Germany
Oct 18 - Den Atelier - Luxembourg, Luxembourg
Oct 19 - Gasometer - Vienna, Austria
Oct 20 - Volkshaus - Zurich, Switzerland
Oct 21 - Muffathalle - Munich, Germany
Oct 22 - Theaterhaus - Stuttgart, Germany
Oct 24 - E-Werk - Koln, Germany
Oct 25 - Oosterport - Groningen, Netherlands
Oct 26 - Paradiso - Amsterdam, Netherlands
Oct 27 - Effenaar - Eindhoven, Netherlands
Oct 28 - Elysee-Montmartre - Paris, France

Heather
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Alexander Mustakimov
Alexander Mustakimov

 
Thank you! Very good news! Your last album was great!


Sasha.
 
Posted by Alexander Mustakimov on Monday, September 08, 2008 - 7:36 AM
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Tressness
tressie ritter

 
Hell yeah. Please come to the States!
 
Posted by Tressness on Monday, September 08, 2008 - 7:54 AM
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Dan Beck
Dan Beck

 
I agree. PLEASE come to the states. Especially Saint Paul/Minneapolis.
 
Posted by Dan Beck on Monday, September 08, 2008 - 4:30 PM
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Karen Ellick

 
a) you have been my favorite for years - such an inspiration...

b) i am doing the exact same thing right now - i'm too broke to make a record, so i am doing it all from my bedroom and on my mac with garage band. wish me luck... and i can't wait to hear yours :)
xoxo ~karen
 
Posted by Karen Ellick on Monday, September 08, 2008 - 8:12 AM
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Jon
Jon Baker

 
Great new Heather,
will look forward to it.
XXXXXXX
jon
 
Posted by Jon on Monday, September 08, 2008 - 8:54 AM
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Benjamin
Benjamin Ireland

 
Yes, PLEASE tour in the U.S.!!!!!
 
Posted by Benjamin on Monday, September 08, 2008 - 9:36 AM
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Franki

 
A very very good news :)


waiting to see (and hear) you on 14th of october :)
 
Posted by Franki on Monday, September 08, 2008 - 9:55 AM
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R. Cory

 
So happy to hear that. I was just thinking the other day that I desperately needed new music from you. Thanks!
 
Posted by R. Cory on Monday, September 08, 2008 - 11:07 AM
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Mr. Gangelfur

 
Oh man im so excited ! I so cant wait. Thanx a ton Heather, everything you come out with has been great. I cant wait. Come to the states Please !
 
Posted by Mr. Gangelfur on Monday, September 08, 2008 - 12:41 PM
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!juan against the machine!

 
Excellent news.
 
Posted by !juan against the machine! on Monday, September 08, 2008 - 12:47 PM
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Richie Rich: Monster-Kid for life!
Richie Rich

 
America, please!
 
Posted by Richie Rich: Monster-Kid for life! on Monday, September 08, 2008 - 12:56 PM
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Dawn
Dawn Robinson

 
Yeah!!!!!! How exciting Heather, I'm really looking forward to this and can't wait to hear it!
cheers
Dawn
 
Posted by Dawn on Monday, September 08, 2008 - 1:12 PM
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Rosalind

 
hello Heather,

What a story, now you know you can mix your music with some sun and a laptop.
i am very curious how it sounds...
see you in october, love Rosalind
 
Posted by Rosalind on Monday, September 08, 2008 - 1:21 PM
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John

 
Awesome!
 
Posted by John on Monday, September 08, 2008 - 1:21 PM
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charlie

 
Just begging you to make a triumphant return to the US. It's hard to fathom I haven't seen you perform live since 1998. Sad. At least some east coast dates?! - including Philadelphia of course.

As for the record, as always, I can't wait to listen. Thanks for the update. Charlie.
 
Posted by charlie on Monday, September 08, 2008 - 2:26 PM
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Wayne

 
Great!!! I can't wait to hear it. I love all of your CD's.
 
Posted by Wayne on Monday, September 08, 2008 - 2:33 PM
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Randy Reichardt
Randy Reichardt

 
Great news, Heather. I hope the CD is available in Canada! :-) (And please come here to play sometime - that would be Edmonton!)
 
Posted by Randy Reichardt on Monday, September 08, 2008 - 2:39 PM
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Lynne

 
Great news, Heather. I hope the CD is available in Mass! :-) (And please come here to play sometime - that would be so Wonderful!)

Love Lynne
 
Posted by Lynne on Monday, September 08, 2008 - 2:48 PM
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Bethitis
Beth Ackerly

 
Can't wait to hear it... wish you could tour in the States too!
 
Posted by Bethitis on Monday, September 08, 2008 - 2:57 PM
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Melvin
Melvin Starbrook

 
wooooot! looking forward to the new songs and the concerts :) I'll be in London, Belgium and the last two shows in The Netherlands :) Thinking about going to Paris too :)

kiss,

Melvin
 
Posted by Melvin on Monday, September 08, 2008 - 3:06 PM
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Jet Black

 
How will I be able to get my hands on this record? I missed getting that sorrow joy cd cause I could not buy it online. Please please remember you have fans who live out in the sticks (like in South Africa) :)
 
Posted by Jet Black on Monday, September 08, 2008 - 3:08 PM
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HappyHolidayKitty

 
Yay!
 
Posted by HappyHolidayKitty on Monday, September 08, 2008 - 4:24 PM
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Meeshie
Michelle Bergstrom

 
I'm very looking forward to your new album! Awesome!
 
Posted by Meeshie on Monday, September 08, 2008 - 4:28 PM
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Red Chaos

 
Sounds absolutely lovely and I can't wait to hear it! I adore the stripped down sound - those shows acoustic shows with just Nadia ..o were magic.

Reading this news has made my day!
 
Posted by Red Chaos on Monday, September 08, 2008 - 4:37 PM
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<Flying-as-she-Falls>

 
-sigh- no american tour dates??? :( super stoked about the new album though, WOOOOOO
 
Posted by <Flying-as-she-Falls> on Monday, September 08, 2008 - 5:17 PM
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Matteo

 
You have NO idea how amazing the timing of this is. PLEASE tell me I'll be able to get a physical copy by or before October 10th in either Phoenix or L.A. And PLEASE COME TO PHOENIX OR L.A. on tour! I own a venue in Phoenix--you can play here!
 
Posted by Matteo on Monday, September 08, 2008 - 5:44 PM
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Redbird Ninja

 
I see you have a new song called,"Out in New Mexico"... when are you coming this way again.... I am seriously looking forward to the new album!!! because you Rock!!!
 
Posted by Redbird Ninja on Monday, September 08, 2008 - 5:55 PM
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Graham

 
It's been quite a while since you've played Scotland Heather - hopefully next time?
 
Posted by Graham on Monday, September 08, 2008 - 6:57 PM
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Mott

 
That's great news, I can hardly wait. Thanks Heather

Mott
 
Posted by Mott on Monday, September 08, 2008 - 7:58 PM
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Natasha

 
Yes, great news! I'm really excited about the sounds! Can't wait to get it.
 
Posted by Natasha on Monday, September 08, 2008 - 8:13 PM
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ahmed.
ahmed eladl

 
wipelash I left another comment on your page you made my day love you truly looking for a normal piece of art to listen to it to listen to you again with new material : kudos
 
Posted by ahmed. on Monday, September 08, 2008 - 8:44 PM
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Dave
David Ryder

 
Maybe you are pissed that your first couple of albums didn't hit big in the US. Maybe you just don't like Americans. Fine! But whatever the case, don't forget that we keep buying your records and videos and would travel anywhere on the continent to see you play--just take a look at all of the comments in your blog.
 
Posted by Dave on Monday, September 08, 2008 - 9:51 PM
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Raspberry/Signe

 
can't wait to here it <3
 
Posted by Raspberry/Signe on Tuesday, September 09, 2008 - 12:07 AM
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Dannigi
Dann Panchit

 
YES!
 
Posted by Dannigi on Tuesday, September 09, 2008 - 1:46 AM
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Renaissance Girl

 
What a wonderful surprise! I'm so glad that you're releasing a new album!!!
 
Posted by Renaissance Girl on Tuesday, September 09, 2008 - 2:06 AM
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Parker

 
Amazing news. Some American dates would surely be appreciated. Preferably something in the Nashville/Atlanta area. <3
 
Posted by Parker on Tuesday, September 09, 2008 - 2:49 AM
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RoGeR C

 
Great news. Can't wait for the new CD.
 
Posted by RoGeR C on Tuesday, September 09, 2008 - 3:18 AM
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Isaac [Herbaeceutical Alchemist]

 
I can't wait to hear your latest work; ) I'm sure it will be moving as usual!!
With no chance of seeing you in the states I think I'm going to have save up for your Paris show...
 
Posted by Isaac [Herbaeceutical Alchemist] on Tuesday, September 09, 2008 - 3:22 AM
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R. DAVID
R. David Swartz

 
A Solar CD! Maybe you could record a live version of the album that way, performing on a sailboat, and title it "Solar". --David

--P.S.: Or "Salt Of The Earth"--!
 
Posted by R. DAVID on Tuesday, September 09, 2008 - 2:40 PM
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Jo

 
Thanks, Heather, for all the music of the past and the future! CU in Europe. Jo.
 
Posted by Jo on Tuesday, September 09, 2008 - 3:14 PM
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RavenPaul13
Paul Brown

 
Great news. I can't wait to hear the new songs.
 
Posted by RavenPaul13 on Tuesday, September 09, 2008 - 11:30 PM
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麻子(asako)

 
good news!
 
Posted by 麻子(asako) on Wednesday, September 10, 2008 - 9:04 AM
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the Don

 
yehal, now i have a supercool present to buy myself on my birthday 10/10/64:0). thanks heather for all the amazing music to date also, your voice is often intertwined with the airways round our place...you beauty!.
 
Posted by the Don on Wednesday, September 10, 2008 - 11:57 AM
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andy graham
andy graham

 
Great news Heather, I'm counting the days until the London gig. Just enough time to get to know the songs.

Who is in your band? See you in October,

Andy xx
 
Posted by andy graham on Thursday, September 11, 2008 - 10:12 AM
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Phoenix

 
Can't wait for October, Heather! So many important dates including 2 concerts, and visiting a friend in Illinois. Now add ordering your new album. Can't wait to hear it and I sure hope your tour takes you somewhere, anywhere around the Detroit metro area!

luv Phoenix
 
Posted by Phoenix on Thursday, September 11, 2008 - 5:01 PM
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Makoto

 
Thank you sun and great songs! And Thank you Nova. I look forward to it.
 
Posted by Makoto on Thursday, September 11, 2008 - 11:18 PM
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Mike

 
I don't think I can put into words how much your music has touched me since I discovered you years ago. Can't wait to hear the new album! I'm guessing it won't see a US release like Redbird, so I hope it doesn't take too long to get here. I've been listening to Storm and Redbird nearly incessantly this week... never get tired of any of them.

I'll also echo the others about how much I'd love to see you tour somewhere in the US. I'm going to make it to Europe one day, if only to make it to one of your shows.

Thanks for giving me something to look forward to soon!
 
Posted by Mike on Friday, September 12, 2008 - 5:58 AM
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Sakis

 
I can't wait for the new CD... As for a tour here in the states, one can only hope... Love you lots. I should also say thank you for including a bonus Live CD. You always sound amazing Live.
 
Posted by Sakis on Monday, September 15, 2008 - 7:39 PM
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RowanOak Studio
judy house

 
I can't wait!! I love your music so much.
Judyscout
 
Posted by RowanOak Studio on Monday, September 15, 2008 - 7:58 PM
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charlie

 
I wonder if I have a solar powered player? That would be cool.
 
Posted by charlie on Tuesday, September 16, 2008 - 4:13 AM
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