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
"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 - West Brooklyn Speakeasy - Sept 7th 8pm (Doors 7:30) $20 Reservations 902 385-5426
Linda McLean at HUFF. Songwriter's Circle with Alejandro Escovedo and Leeroy Stagger; Adam Baldwin. Oct 4th 8pm (Sold Out)
New Music 'Songs for the Book', 12 songs to accompany each chapter of 'The Importance of Being Important.’ Acoustic, intimate, profound.
“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
The Importance of Being Important - Pre-purchase your Special Edition, Author-signed, Gaspereau Print and Press Book. KIckstarter Campaign Launches 11 pm, September 2, 2024. More info here.
Writing is what helps us understand our life. Everyone has a story, we only need to listen. You can start writing your story now. You can begin to sift through your life's experience and listen to what you hear. You don't have to wait another minute, until all the conditions are perfect, you only need to write. New book, A Guide to Your Creative Genius reflections and contemplation for your creative soul is available NOW.
"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.
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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
