About
“Once in a great while, out of the blue, comes an indie masterpiece. Such is the case of Linda McLean... Another superb Canadian female singer-songwriter you need to seek out.” – Maverick Magazine, UK
“McLean's lyrics are gently introspective and reflective, and they possess the ring of hard- earned truths.”—Exclaim Magazine
"Ranked among the best of her North American contemporaries; country-tinged beauty with reference points stretching from Lucinda Williams to KD Lang.” – UK Music Media Review
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"Linda McLean's writing has a light and artful touch, beautiful painterly metaphors, comforting wavelike rhythms, rich with subtleties, emotional resonance, and thematic depth.” 'Dreaming Margaret Atwood', NS Writes Creative Non-Fiction Winner.
MUSIC
Upcoming
Linda McLean & The Awakening - The Carleton, Halifax- December 13, 8pm.
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New Music 'Songs for the Book', 12 songs to accompany each chapter of 'The Importance of Being Important.’
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“Once in a great while, out of the blue, comes an indie masterpiece. Such is the case of Linda McLean. No Language is the Canadian’s second album and it contains the accessible folk- pop blend that garnered her a wide audience on her Betty's Room debut. This is a record full of impeccable songwriting, inventive musical arrangements, and great, sensitive vocal work. One not to be missed." – Alan Cackett, editor, Maverick Magazine
BOOKS
New book, A Guide to Your Creative Genius, reflections and contemplation for your creative soul is now available.
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The Importance of Being Important - Special Edition, Limited printing from Gaspereau Print and Press Book.
The Importance of Being Important is a memoir, an idea that came like a bolt of lightening and plunged into my heart and wouldn't let go. This is a book about never feeling good enough, of making bad choices and failing to thrive, and of how I stepped into the centre of my life and accepted that I am responsible for every choice I make. It would take eight years to complete this book, and not because it took that long to write it, but because it took me that long to 'become' it.
"Linda McLean's writing has a light and artful touch, beautiful painterly metaphors, comforting wavelike rhythms, rich with subtleties, emotional resonance, and thematic depth. It's a philosophical exploration with a hint of mystery and satisfyingly practical.” – Angela Monbourquette, editor, journalist, author of 25 Years of 22 Minutes: An Unauthorized Oral History
TEACHING
We never stop learning. Sometimes we're lucky enough to find a way-shower to help guide us on our path.
Your Creative Hero's Journey. FREE 12 Video Series to help you integrate creativity in your daily practice.
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“Linda is one of those old souls with fresh curiosity. She is attentive, conscientious, playful, authentic and serious about her purpose in helping others. She has been there herself with creative challenges and so can offer compassionate patient guidance and tools & practices that really work. She is the real deal.” — Lisa Lipsett, EdD, visual artist and owner of Creative by Nature
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