The album also sees a collaboration with JUNO-nominated violinist Tim Chaisson, with the musician appearing on tracks “Over Northumberland,” “ Cézanne,” and “Life at Sea” which, incidentally, happen to be three of the album’s standout tracks. Further, the album’s heartfelt theme is absolute, never once disrupting the smooth, emotional equilibrium it provides from start to finish.

The Prince Edward Island alternative folk-rockers are as poignant as ever on their latest, branching out on all creative fronts while still retaining their top-notch rock roots.

“The timing of the album’s release could be a fortuitous thing in that we might be able to play a few shows across the Maritimes this summer in support of the record.” “It feels great to finally have the album finished and out in the world,” says Sparkes. But, late or not, it was definitely worth the wait. The sophomore release by Rick Sparkes + The Enablers was a bit late to the party, having been slated for a summer 2020 release before the pandemic reared its head. Pleasure in the Pathless Woods is one such album. Coupled with the familiarity you have with them, it’s a surefire way to warm your heart. Sometimes an album just feels like an old friend maybe you haven’t seen them in a while, but it gives you all the more reason to marvel at this glow they’ve made for themselves.

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