From Capelton Hill


From Capelton Hill is the ninth studio album by Canadian indie pop band Stars. It was released on 27 May 2022 by Last Gang Records and MNRK Music Group. The album was produced by Marcus Paquin and Jace Lasek. The title is in reference to Capelton Hill in Quebec's Eastern Townships region.

Reception

's Fred Thomas said the band "fearlessly investigate difficult feelings on From Capelton Hill, and capture a complex beauty in the process." American Songwriters Lee Zimmerman said "From Capelton Hill is an album that's literally brimming over with unceasing delights, making it not only an exceptional comeback but what can justifiably be called, Stars' album for the ages." Spills Ljubinko Zivkovic wrote that, "As always, on From Capelton Hill, Stars manage to tick all of the above pop formula boxes almost to perfection". XS Noizes Ashley Kreutter called the album "truly is a Stars album, through and through. It's a testament to the band's skill and artistry, to the dream weaving and hazy storytelling they are known for." Kreutter called the title track, "Capelton Hill", "the true shining star of this album", Exclaim!s Bruno Coulombe called it "the true standout number", and Spectrum Cultures called it "the album's best moment".
From Capelton Hill was included on the longlist for the 2022 Polaris Music Prize.

Personnel

Stars

Additional musicians

Technical