Christos Hatzis presents a profound and immersive musical journey with "Going Home Star: Truth and Reconciliation," released on November 13, 2015, under the Centrediscs label. This ambitious work spans an impressive 90 minutes and blends the genres of indie jazz and neofolk, creating a unique and captivating soundscape.
The album is structured into two acts, each comprising multiple tracks that weave together to form a cohesive narrative. Act I delves into the harrowing experiences of residential school life, with tracks like "Living by the Bell - In the Residential School" and "Charlie's Escape - Star Children" offering poignant and reflective moments. Act II shifts its focus to themes of survival and resilience, featuring tracks such as "I Got to Build My Fire Up" and "They Could Not Have Possibly Survived."
Hatzis's compositional prowess shines through in the intricate layering of sounds and the seamless transitions between tracks. The album's length allows for a deep exploration of its themes, making it a compelling listen from start to finish. "Going Home Star: Truth and Reconciliation" is not just an album; it's a testament to the power of music to convey complex stories and evoke deep emotions. Whether you're a fan of indie jazz, neofolk, or simply appreciate thought-provoking music, this album is sure to leave a lasting impression.
(C) 2015 Centrediscs(P) 2015 Centrediscs
Tracks
Going Home Star "Truth and Reconciliation", Act I: In the Hair Salon, Train Station and Night Club IChristos Hatzis, Winnipeg Symphony Orchestra, Tadeusz Biernacki
Going Home Star "Truth and Reconciliation", Act I: In the Hair Salon, Train Station and Night Club IIChristos Hatzis, Steve Wood, Winnipeg Symphony Orchestra, Tadeusz Biernacki
Going Home Star "Truth and Reconciliation", Act I: In the Hair Salon, Train Station and Night Club IIIChristos Hatzis, Winnipeg Symphony Orchestra, Tadeusz Biernacki
Going Home Star "Truth and Reconciliation", Act I: In the Hair Salon, Train Station and Night Club IVChristos Hatzis, Tanya Tagaq, Winnipeg Symphony Orchestra, Tadeusz Biernacki
Going Home Star "Truth and Reconciliation", Act I: In the Hair Salon, Train Station and Night Club VChristos Hatzis, Tanya Tagaq, Winnipeg Symphony Orchestra, Tadeusz Biernacki
Going Home Star "Truth and Reconciliation", Act I: CoercionChristos Hatzis, Tanya Tagaq, Winnipeg Symphony Orchestra, Tadeusz Biernacki
Going Home Star "Truth and Reconciliation", Act I: Living by the Bell - In the Residential School IChristos Hatzis, Tanya Tagaq, Steve Wood, Northern Cree Singers, Winnipeg Symphony Orchestra, Tadeusz Biernacki
Going Home Star "Truth and Reconciliation", Act I: Living by the Bell - In the Residential School IIChristos Hatzis, Tanya Tagaq, Steve Wood, Northern Cree Singers, Winnipeg Symphony Orchestra, Tadeusz Biernacki
Going Home Star "Truth and Reconciliation", Act I: Living by the Bell - In the Residential School IIIChristos Hatzis, Tanya Tagaq, Steve Wood, Northern Cree Singers, Winnipeg Symphony Orchestra, Tadeusz Biernacki
Going Home Star "Truth and Reconciliation", Act I: Charlie's Escape - Star ChildrenChristos Hatzis, Steve Wood, Northern Cree Singers, Winnipeg Symphony Orchestra, Tadeusz Biernacki
Going Home Star "Truth and Reconciliation", Act II: Clergymen's DanceChristos Hatzis, Winnipeg Symphony Orchestra, Tadeusz Biernacki
Going Home Star "Truth and Reconciliation", Act II: I Got to Build My Fire UpChristos Hatzis, Tanya Tagaq, Steve Wood, Northern Cree Singers, Winnipeg Symphony Orchestra, Tadeusz Biernacki
Going Home Star "Truth and Reconciliation", Act II: They Could Not Have Possibly Survived IChristos Hatzis, Steve Wood, Winnipeg Symphony Orchestra, Tadeusz Biernacki
Going Home Star "Truth and Reconciliation", Act II: They Could Not Have Possibly Survived IIChristos Hatzis, Steve Wood, Northern Cree Singers, Winnipeg Symphony Orchestra, Tadeusz Biernacki
Going Home Star "Truth and Reconciliation", Act II: Morning SongChristos Hatzis, Tanya Tagaq, Steve Wood, Northern Cree Singers, Winnipeg Symphony Orchestra, Tadeusz Biernacki