Susan Aglukark - This Child

On this release, Aglukark consolidated her sound, and with the assistance of Chad Irschick (who had contributed to her 1992 release Arctic Rose) she managed to produce an album full of terrific songs with some heavy messages in the lyrics. This album crosses boundaries, so it is difficult to label its sound. Aglukark combines traditional native Canadian music with country and pop and produces a sound all of her own. Her voice is strong and clear throughout, and producer Irschick creates a tight backing for her. Listening to this album, it is no surprise that this CD gained her national exposure and provided her with her first hit singles ("O Siem," " Hina Na Ho," and "This Child"). All brilliant, heartfelt songs with wonderful melodies and crisp production. Native rights, family, and spirituality are the basic themes throughout, but Aglukark manages to do so without sounding preachy. This is a strong album and comes highly recommended for world music lovers. ~ Aaron Badgley, All Music Guide

Name Credits Bob Ludwig Mastering Brian Leonard Percussion Chad Irschick Mixing, Synthesizer, Engineer, Producer Claude Desjardins Drums, Percussion, Arranger Daniel Blackman Viola David Blamires Vocals (Background) David Hetherington Cello Debbie Fleming Vocals (Background) Denise Grant Photography, Cover Photo Douglas Perry Viola Jacques Poirier Assistant Johnny Rutledge Vocals (Background) Mark Skazinetsky Violin Michael Francis Guitar (Acoustic), Mandolin, Mandola, Guitar (Electric) Michael Roper Assistant Neil Donell Vocals (Background) Patrick Duffy Art Direction, Design Ronald Laurie Cello Tom Chaggaris Art Direction, Design Tom Szczesniak Bass, String Arrangements, Arranger Vera Tarnowsky Violin Wayne Parent Photography Wendy Rose Violin Young Dae Park Violin