The newest album from musician and Northern Sky Theater co-founder Doc Heide didn’t require him to look far for inspiration.

Heide recently released Birthplace of Thunder, the latest album from his Zen of Thieves project, after a successful Kickstarter campaign raised more than $25,000.

It is his first studio album in more than 20 years, following a stretch of work on other creative projects.

Wisconsin takes center stage throughout the 16-track collection, featuring Northern Sky performers and stories rooted in the state in songs such as “Adele” and “Moonlight and Marshmallows.”

One of the most meaningful connections on the album is to Heide’s late collaborator, Fred Alley, who died several years ago. Heide said he hopes Alley’s spirit can still be felt in the recordings.

The album is available as a free download or to stream on most major platforms.