Jack Kingston - Springhill Mine Explosion How Far Is She Now

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Review by Dana Landing

Album Review: Springhill Mine Explosion / How Far Is She Now by Jack Kingston Alright, let’s talk about this little gem from 1978—Jack Kingston’s Springhill Mine Explosion / How Far Is She Now. It’s one of those albums that feels like it was plucked straight outta a dusty record store in small-town Canada. Released on Golden Treasures (a label name that kinda sounds like something you’d find at a garage sale), this folk-country-world mashup is raw, heartfelt, and unpolished in all the right ways. The title track, “Springhill Mine Explosion,” hits hard. If you don’t know the backstory, it’s based on the real-life mining disaster in Nova Scotia back in the ‘50s. Jack doesn’t sugarcoat it—he just lays it out there with his acoustic guitar and gravelly voice. You can almost feel the weight of the earth pressing down as he sings. The lyrics are simple but haunting, and they stick with you long after the song ends. I mean, how do you forget lines like, “Men went down to earn their bread, but some never came back alive”? It’s not flashy or overproduced—it’s just honest storytelling, which is probably why it lingers in your head. Then there’s “How Far Is She Now.” This one’s more of a slow-burner, a quiet country ballad that sneaks up on you. It’s got this melancholy vibe, like you’re sitting alone on a porch somewhere, nursing a cup of coffee while watching the sun dip below the horizon. Jack’s voice cracks in places, and yeah, maybe the recording quality isn’t perfect, but that’s what makes it so dang relatable. It’s the kind of tune that makes you think about someone you’ve lost touch with—or maybe even someone who’s still around but feels miles away. What I love most about this album is its authenticity. There’s no autotune, no fancy studio tricks—just a guy, his guitar, and stories he clearly cares about. And sure, it might not appeal to everyone; if you’re into slick pop productions, this ain’t for you. But if you dig music that feels real, like it’s coming straight from the soul, then give this a spin. Oh, and here’s a random thought—I wonder if Jack ever played these songs live? Like, did he tour tiny Canadian towns in an old van, stopping at community centers and dive bars? Because that’s exactly where this music belongs: close to the people, no frills attached. Anyway, check out Springhill Mine Explosion / How Far Is She Now if you’re in the mood for something stripped-down and meaningful. Just don’t blame me if you end up feeling all reflective afterward.

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Artist: Jack Kingston
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Springhill Mine Explosion
How Far Is She Now

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Catalog Numbers

QGT274X

Labels

Golden Treasures

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Formats

  • Vinyl
  • 7"
  • Single

Notes

Gold labels, "Golden Treasures" logo on left, "Quality" logo on right. "Made in Canada" on top.

About Jack Kingston

Canadian Country, Hillbilly, Rockabilly musician. Nicknamed : The Canadian Playboy. Played guitar, sung, and performed yodelling. Born : October 4, 1925 in St. Catharines (Ontario). Deceased : May 18, 1996.

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Interesting fact about Album

Here’s something cool: In 1978, Canadian folk artist Jack Kingston released an album called *Springhill Mine Explosion / How Far Is She Now*. It’s a hidden gem in the Folk, World, & Country genre. The title track, "Springhill Mine Explosion," tells the story of a real-life mining disaster. This album, released under Golden Treasures, might not be widely known, but it captures raw human emotion and history through its music. Sometimes the simplest stories leave the deepest mark.