Open Season (Feist album)

Open Season is the third studio album by Canadian singer-songwriter Feist, released on April 23, 2007, in Europe and May 1, 2007, in North America. It is a collaborative album featuring reworkings and reimagining of tracks from her previous two albums, Monarch (Lay Your Jewelled Head Down) and Let It Die, as well as new material and covers.

The album differs significantly in tone and instrumentation from Feist's earlier work. While Let It Die was characterized by a mix of jazz-influenced pop and indie rock, Open Season leans heavily toward orchestral arrangements, ambient soundscapes, and experimental textures. The overall mood is often described as more introspective and melancholic.

The album features contributions from a variety of musicians, including members of Gonzales, Mocky, Jamie Lidell, and the Oslo Philharmonic Orchestra. These collaborations resulted in a diverse sonic palette that explores themes of love, loss, and the complexities of human relationships.

Singles released from Open Season include "The Limit to Your Love" and "I Feel It All," the latter being a reworking of a track from Let It Die. Both songs received critical acclaim and helped to further establish Feist's reputation as an innovative and versatile artist.

Open Season received generally positive reviews, with critics praising its experimental approach, lush arrangements, and Feist's emotive vocals. While some reviewers noted the departure from the more accessible pop sound of Let It Die, many appreciated the album's artistic ambition and unique sonic landscape. The album charted in several countries, including Canada, the United States, and the United Kingdom.