Decades later, Five Days in July continues to be one of the most acclaimed and finest albums in Canadian music history. With a wide range of music, many experimental tracks, and the distinct feel that it was indeed recorded in a farmhouse, all the pieces slide together in this excellent album. With the exception of a few upbeat feel-good numbers along the way, the album is a pretty mellow affair, reportedly inspired by Neil Young's timeless Harvest record. Five Days in July is Blue Rodeo's ode to the ecstasies of love and the inevitable sadness of when it leaves.
The album features the singles "Bad Timing", "Hasn't Hit Me Yet", and "5 Days in May".
Five Days in July celebrates its 30th anniversary with a double neon orange vinyl, four 12 x 12 rare images, and liner notes from Blue Rodeo, Sarah McLachlan, and more.
Limited Edition NEON ORANGE vinyl produced by Warner Music in 2023. Gatefold sleeve.
TRACKLISTING:
5 DAYS IN MAY
HASN’T HIT ME YET
BAD TIMING
CYNTHIA
PHOTOGRAPH
WHAT IS THIS LOVE
ENGLISH BAY
HEAD OVER HEELS
TIL I GAIN CONTROL AGAIN
DARK ANGEL
KNOW WHERE YOU GO / TELL ME YOUR DREAM