DEB TALAN: Something Burning

Deb Talan

Something Burning

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Intelligent folk-pop.

tracks

1 Thinking Amelia
2 Whetstones
3 The Gladdest Thing
4 A Good Day's Work
5 My Favorite Coat
6 Forgiven
7 Thanksgiving
8 Something Burning
9 Wild Horse
10 A Bridge
11 The Darkest Season
12 Tenderness

notes

While Deb certainly isn't the only woman taking the stage these days with her acoustic guitar in hand, she is one singer/songwriter that will linger in your memory, thanks to her distinctive voice and evocative, well-crafted songs. Deb's musical influences include Joni Mitchell, Shawn Colvin, Jonatha Brooke, and Suzanne Vega. Her own music might be classified as intelligent folk-pop.

Part I: classical geek girl
Classically trained in clarinet and piano, Deb began writing music when she was only ten years old. By the time she graduated from high school, she had written numerous pop songs and composed a score for a local production of Shakespeare's Twelfth Night. Her senior year in college, Deb picked up a guitar and has been toting it around ever since.

Part II: the band years
Deb's next significant musical endeavor consisted of writing for and fronting an upbeat, pop band in Portland, Oregon. The band Hummingfish played in the Northwest for five years to ever-increasing audiences. They put out two albums, "Hover" and "Love Tractor." During this time, Deb-while still enjoying her key role in Hummingfish-began preparing for a solo career and even put out her debut solo recording, "Songs for a Misfit Heart." Performing two songs from this album, Deb won second place in the Rocky Mountain Folks Festival Troubadour Contest in 1996. In the summer of 1998, Deb organized a series of highly successful, in-the-round performances featuring women songwriters from local bands (including Ms. Talan herself). Thus, Deb's career as a solo performer began in earnest.

Part III: steppin' out
Having established herself in the Northwest as a musical force, separate from her band, Deb decided, in February of 1999, to head for the musical hotbed of Boston, Massachusetts. For a year, Deb laid low, while finishing her second solo recording, "Something Burning." With that in her back pocket, she headed out to several of the local clubs, including Toad, Johnny D's, Kendall Café, Club Passim and Somerville Theatre; her fan base in the North East is increasing rapidly, with copies of "Something Burning" flying off store racks and merchandise tables. Recently, Deb received Acoustic Guitar Magazine's "Homegrown CD Award" for "Something Burning" along with two Boston Music Award nominations. Also, Deb just released a new, live CD aptly titled "Sincerely."

reviews

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  • Deb Talan shines again!
    author: Mary C. Goldsmith

    Another great album from Deb Talan. Highly recommend also adding "A Bird Flies Out" to your Deb Talan collection if you don't already have it. She's incredible writer and artist. She aims for the heart and soul and never misses.

  • It's Classic Deb Talan with a Great Band
    author: Jake

    The magic is clearly visible, and I love the band on this cd.

  • Excellent Album
    author: Aaron

    Presumably you won't be purchasing this album unless you've already been exposed to Deb Talan or recommended her, but no matter what, this is a fantastic album. It's a bit more folky less produced than A Bird Flies Out, which gives it a certain kind of charm. Nearly every song is excellent.

  • Nice to See a songwriters growth
    author: Karli Fairbanks

    most of the songs on this album feel "half-way" there. her more recent stuff is all the way there. So, it's exciting to see how much she has grown in her skills. It's still good, because her voice is always incredible...but the melodies aren't her best.

  • Great!
    author: Kaisa

    This is my second Deb Talan -cd and as good as the first one, a Bird flies out. Here in Finland we don't have much or at all this kind of singer-songwriters like Deb Talan so it's very nice that I found her music. Favourite songs from Something Burning: The Darkest season ja Forgiven of course because it's the first one I ever heard from Deb Talan. Also many other songs are my favourites, I can't say the only best ones. But, anyway, wonderful album!

  • Something Burning
    author: Larry DeVine

    Just a wonderful cd from start to finish.Love her music. I highly recomend "A Bird Flies Out" Cd.

  • this cd just makes you happy
    author: Bridget Trapane

    A new discovery that will be part of my daily listening from this day forth.I knew almost every lyric to every song after the first few plays, she is a songwrighting genius. I now have a great stocking stuffer for all my freinds and family.Deb Talan is my new favorite, her voice is soul stirring and lingers with you long after you turn her off. My sincere thanks and appreciation for her talent, it is a true gift, and many thanks to cd baby for opening my ears.

  • Can't beat Deb Talan
    author: Kirk

    Being a major fan of solo guitar/singers, I bought this album after wanting to hear more from Deb Talan. Her "Sincerely" album was great and I wanted to check out some other stuff by her. This is more of a band album, which is good (don't get me wrong), but I still lean towards the intimacy of just her and her guitar.

  • Nothing better than this cd
    author: Lauren C

    I love deb talan, after about the first day i already knew the words to the songs i had just first heard, i love the cd and listen to it over and over deb talan is my favorite person in the world right now

  • Great relaxed CD for quiet nights
    author: Anne from Holland

    Found Deb trough Pandora, couldn't buy her CD here in Holland so got on the internet and found it here. It arrived just yesterday and I didn't regret my purchase for a second. Great music, fantastic voice and an atmosphere of a relaxed evening with candles slipping from the stereo. Love it!!

  • fantastic
    author: Helen

    I love the song `Forgiven`. That`s the reason why I bought this CD. Because I couldn`t get it in Germany I ordered it at CD Baby. Every song is worth listening it. I play this CD nonstop.

  • a fine album
    author: Patrick Reis

    This album gets at some of the particulars and peculiarities of human relations in a profound, but not overwrought manner. The lyrics, taken in tandem with comfortable stylings and often catchy choruses make for a pleasant listening experience that leaves one both humming the refrains and reflecting on their meanings for long after the album ends.

  • author: Vinca K. Renner

    I discovered her first from " Say I am you" and moved backwards. While this is a good and enjoyable CD, it's not as consistently so for me as with Steve Tannen. I think she was just beginning to find something wonderful here that she has since shown with flying colors as half The Weepies. Still I am glad to hear Deb in any stage of her life. Her voice is so intimate and natural; a rare quality these days!

  • author: Anne

    I heard this at camp when another girl brought it in and played it. I thought it was nice to listen to, but never listened too closely. Then, about two weeks ago, "Wild Horse" got stuck in my head and I knew I had to buy it. I have fallen in love with every track on this CD. Worth much more than $14.

  • heart moving
    author: lee

    Toe tapping, heart moving music that ends too soon.

  • author: Sue Black

    I love this cd.My daughter told me about it when I was visiting her. I listen to it at home and then take it with me in the car to listen to it then

  • Great cd
    author: Cindy Stiles

    I'm just getting into folk music.I herd forgiven in a movie and loved it.I had to have the cd.

  • Fantastic
    author: Helen Rosie

    Sadly not an artist that I have come across in the UK. Having watched the film Lovely and Amazing, Forgiven completely captivated me. Please have your publicists contact BBC Radio 2 and get Terry Wogan to play a few of the tracks on the album...Us Brits are missing out, big time!

  • A Must Have!
    author: Jennifer Meyers

    I love this artist! Like most others, I first heard of her from Everwood...love the song Forgiven, but all the songs from this CD are unique and awesome! I have all of her CDs now except Sincerely because they are sold out and stopped making it (please make more copies!!).

  • Love the cd
    author: Sherri

    I bring this cd with me where ever I go, and I can't stop playing it. I just loved it from the first time I heard Forgiven on Everwood and had to track it down.

  • Can't stop listening
    author: Tessa

    One of the best cd's I've heard in a while. I haven't taken it out of my changer yet and I have no plans to.

  • Love the CD
    author: Melanie

    Really beautiful lyrics, vocals, and of course guitar. I love the truthfulness. She makes even the corniest words sound passionate. Thanks for the inspiration. When are you coming back to play in Portland?

  • forgiveness happens
    author: betterthanbefore

    I heard "Forgiven" on the show Everwood, Bought it right away and still play it all the time. What wonderful lyrics for healing the broken heart. Forgiveness Happens!

  • I fell in love with this album the first time I heard it, without having any idea about Talan or her music, and I had to have it. It was an early birthday present for myself which just gets better with each listening. It's wonderful to find a musician's poetry that sounds so much like my life.

  • a sleeper, that becomes addictive when you least expect it
    author: Vivek Iyer

    I bought the disc over a year ago on the strength of 'Forgiven' (from 'Lovely and Amazing'), and it seemed awfully moody. Now I'm listening with fresh ears, and I am absolutely hooked by the depth of lyrics, and the complexity of her voice. Hurrah! Give me more!

  • She has a touching voice and poignant lyrics
    author: Meredith
  • Pure
    author: Jessa

    Deb's sound is absolutely pure. It is completely unadulterated- her song Forgiven- the context, just her and accoustics- it's amazing. This cd is one of the most creative works I've heard in a long time, and I honestly don't think any of these songs could have been better compiled.

  • awesome, awesome, awesome!!!!
    author: amy

    I already bought her albums for myself and am now buying them for my friends also. They are absolutely worth it and I promise after one listen you will be addicted! Thanks Deb, your music is truly amazing :+)

  • Like a great book you can't put down...
    author: Adrienne Campbell

    Deb Talen has made it to Australia. Like many, caught the song 'Forgiven' at the end of the movie 'Lovely and Amazing', and so is the CD 'Something Burning'. And thank you to Edna for, "I will touch a hundred flowers and not pick one". How can you not smile? So incredibly touching, moving... this release is hypericum for the heart. Thank you.

  • I love it!
    author: Ami

    I heard Deb Talan on the video, "Lovely and Amazing". I absolutly love it. Honestly the first song I heard "forgiven", made me cry. Her music was the scratch to an itch i've had. I'm going to buy more of her music. Thank you Deb Talan for your voice.

  • great cd
    author: isabella

    i loved every single song on first listen! deb talan is a rare talent who i hope to hear more of in the future!

  • Something's Burning indeed...Deb Talon is HOT!
    author: Sid Olson

    Like many, I first heard "Forgiven" while the credits rolled on the movie "Lovely & Amazing". I waited until the very end so I could jot down the name of the artist. Huh? Who the heck? Couldn't find her in any stores in Portland, OR, so I Googled her and found her website. "Whetstones" is an absolute classic. Nobody else sounds like Deb. Love that quirky trill in her voice. I only wish I knew about her when she lived in Portland. Our loss. Best of luck, Deb!

  • My new favorite evening listening
    author: April

    I first heard and loved Deb in Hummingfish, her previous band, and her solo act was a happenstance discovery. I immediately ordered the CD, and I'm loving it! She has a great voice---and better than that, her lyrics are creative, poetic and quirky. And every song is great; no one-hit wonders here!

  • You can listen to it start to finish.
    author: Jenny

    One of the few CD's that you can just put in and listen to each track. The songs are written really well and are meaningful and the music itself is fluid. Very lillith with the independent touch. Favorites are Forgiven,a beautiful song and Thanksgiving which will stir you if you have ever lost anyone close. My new must-have CD!

  • This is my latest 'FIND' of an album and singer!
    author: Kate McClanaghan

    I discovered this great song at the end of this Indie movie I saw on HBO last month. It completely drew me in. I caught the name of the artist, Deb Talan...the song, "Forgiven". Brilliant. I found it here on CD Baby and had to have it. This is my latest 'FIND' of an album and a singer! Move over Rachel Yamagata, Sarah MacLaughlin and Shawn Colvin. Deb Talan has her own thing going on here and it's...remarkable.

  • author: Jen Woodhouse

    Deb's imaginative songwriting comes through loud and clear on this gem of an album. Her pure voice and great guitar playing make for a must-have record. Deb is such a solid songwriter, crafting works that are so tightly-knit, well thought-out and delivered beautifully. Favorites include THINKING AMELIA, WHETSTONES, FORGIVEN, and SOMETHING BURNING.

  • Eclectic, Original, and True Talent in a World of Over Hype
    author: Anon.

    Deb Talan is a talented musician and artist that lends the craft of songwriting the integrity and truth not often seen anymore. In the over-hyped industry full of female 'artists' whose ONLY positive attribute is looking good in a pair of leather pants, this album reminds us what music and songwriting should be about: the message and the music; the ART of songwriting!

  • This album totally rocks!
    author: Dami

    This is one of those albums where the more you play it, the more you can't stop playing it. I'm totally sucked in. Every song has a life of its own and I just love the sound of her voice. Twas more than worth it.

  • rocks the casbah
    author: jasmine

    this cd has stayed in my stereo since it arrived. okay, that's a lie, it has travelled from my stereo to my car and back again...i dare say i'm addicted! i love the songs, it's a bit slower going than a bird flies out, still beautiful and the songs feel whole, complete. as complete as a song can be i suppose.

  • she's just right..
    author: vani

    heard of her via lovely&amazing soundtrack...and thought she was pretty impressive..I like her lyrics as they are as poetic as they are real. will be keeping an eye on her future work...we can grow old together...

  • I love this CD!
    author: Peg Acker

    Now this is truly GREAT music! Deb Talan has a wonderful smoky quality to her voice that's still fresh and has an infectious sort of lilting playfulness. The guitar work is beautiful. I can't get enough of listening to her. It's so hard to find a CD that you can put on and just enjoy the whole thing over and over...every song is great listening! I highly recommend Deb Talan's 'Something Burning'.

  • author: Emily Baird

    I loved every song on the Cd. I felt like every song speaks from the heart.The song Forgiven truly touched my heart and soul.

  • Beatiful and unique.
    author: Craig Goldie

    I picked up this CD after grabbing A Bird Flies out and I'm very happy to see that, while I prefer her latest cd, her older ones are still very beautiful, both in the words and in her unique voice. My favourite song is 'Whetstones', such a great tune! A close second is 'Forgiven'.

  • A "must have" CD!
    author: Laura

    Deb's guitar playing is rich and full as is her songwriting. The songs are amazing. "Forgiven" and "The Gladdest Thing" are my favorites. Like everyone who wrote a review, I love this CD. It never leaves my car.

  • The kind of music that SHOULD be on the radio!
    author: Ken

    Excellent songwriting and singing. "The Darkest Season" still sends shivers down my back when I hear it, and I've owned this album for almost two years now.

  • Amazing!!
    author: Nikki

    This cd is so amazing! I've listened to it everday!

  • haven't been able to take it out of the BOSE
    author: Jules Ann

    her unique voice is even more amazing on this album. lyrics that don't stop moving you. a sound that beats it all!

  • Deb is now included in my top ten musical artists!
    author: Laura

    As a few others stated, I first heard Deb's music off the soundtrack of "Lovely and Amazing". That set me on the mission to track down her CD. I'm pleased that she isn't a one-hit wonder; I'm loving the whole thing. This CD is a keeper, can't wait to see her in concert...

  • superb voyage into a world that has palpable significance and heart.
    author: faith harrison

    I listened to this album non stop for a year while simultaniously seeing deb perform live in cambridge, i will never forget the fans who would shout out requests which were almost alway made up names for her songs. Deb's voice is so clear and heartwrenching that you can't help but tell everyone you know to buy this cd!

  • Mezmerized after one vocal line!
    author: www.cdbaby.com/sikorsky

    Deb's voice reached out and grabbed me before I had even finishcd listening to the first vocal line! She gives both vulnerability and srength to the listener, and irresistible combination. A great cd from start to finish!

  • Fantastic, beautiful and addictive. I'm so glad I watched the film that include
    author: Lucy

    Brilliant album, so beautiful and moving. I'm so glad I watched Wonderful Amazing and heard Forgiven which sparked my interest!

  • I loved it!--I'm happily humming many songs in my head right now!
    author: Jennifer Arenson Yaeger

    This is a great CD--beautiful lyrics, melodic, even catchy. It's been awhile since I found an artist and CD that I was happy to listen to from beginning to end.

  • WOW!
    author: naomi

    Outstanding! When I first got this cd, i couldn't stop listening to it. Forgiven is one of the most unbelievably gorgeous songs I have EVER heard. Deb's voice is so pure it makes you hurt inside when you hear it. You won't regret buying this cd.

  • Smooth, beautiful....listen over and over
    author: David Vivanco - Scotland

    Heard 'Forgiven' at the end of the film sountrack to 'Lovely And Amazing' - it was so thoroughly nice a sound I just had to buy the CD on impulse. I went straight online and ordered it from the US. I teach Scottish Ceilidh Dancing and after the evening is over I've started putting on this CD as wind-down music while I pack all the gear away. Two people came up tonight to get the details so they can buy their own copies. The music speaks out - the sound is soothing...lovely harmonies and turns and some beautiful poetry. I haven't stopped playing it since I got it. Thanks Deb.

  • you HAVE to listen to this!!!!!!!!!!!!
    author: sara

    This cd is amazing-- poetic, contagious lyrics-- I have given copies to everyone I know!

  • Great music - thoughtful lyrics, and unique vocals - great cd.
    author: Liam

    Excellent music.

  • One of my current favorites, but sure to become a classic in my library.
    author: Beth W.

    Definately my favorite folk album since I first heard Joni Mitchell's Blue. I introduced this CD to my mom and close friend and they love it too! ...I highly recommend this CD.

  • Tears of joy
    author: Heidi

    The song "Whetstones" is so beautiful: it's like a Hopper painting in its spare, simple perfection. The rest of the record is just as good, too.

  • author: Joey

    Super albulm! Je le fais écouter a tout mes amis et tout le monde aime ca! Un fan de Montréal au Canda! Keep the good work! xxxxxxx

  • Amazing. Hasn't left my CD player since it arrived...
    author: Erin M.

    This music is great. Very mellow. Great harmonies. Fun to sing along with. Thanks for the great tunes!

  • Gorgeous
    author: Aura

    Deb Talan's song "Forgiven" is such a lovely song--well worth the cost of the cd. She is an outstanding vocalist, and fine poet...

  • Fantastic
    author: Shannon

    I absolutely loved this CD. I heard Deb Talan's song "Forgiven" while watching the movie "Lovely and Amazing" and just loved it. And now that I have the whole CD i have found all of the songs to be just as fantastic. Thank you so very much.

  • CATHARTIC
    author: Sarah Jo

    This album sucked me in from the very beginning. Deb Talan's poetic lyrics and distinctively pleasant voice make Something Burning special in numerous ways. I am filled to bursting with appreciation.

  • thank you 13 conversations
    author: jude

    rented the movie 13 conversations about one thing. "forgiven" played during the credits. went directly to computer, found this site, ordered cd. no regrets. charming in the best sense. and anyone who co-writes with Edna is already a friend of mine...

  • unBELIEVably scrumptious!
    author: jennifer

    yum! in the vein of jonatha brooke...it's like a vocal roller coaster...the poetry is wondrous...and the content is definitely (R)omantic. you'll want a second helping!

  • Wow! Loved it!
    author: Carrie Jones

    This CD is awsome. I got it and put it in my player and have been listening ever since. I rarely switch CD's anymore. I look forward to being able to purchase more of Deb Talon's CD's, I'm sure they are all great.

  • Love the CD--Love CD Baby!
    author: Nancy

    I heard "Something's Burning" on WERS (Emerson radio, Boston, MA) one morning and had to have it. I was happy to find that the rest of the CD is great too! Food for the soul. Deb's voice is like no other I have heard. Her songs are addicting. My favorites? Numbers 1, 3 & 8 (of course). My daughter (she's 11) loves #9.

  • Order several
    author: John

    Hearing Something Burning was a rare pull-over-and-call-the-radio-station moment. One of my top-5 listens, friends love the Deb Talan CD gifts and now think I'm a new-music genius.

  • pissah!
    author: larry k

    At first listen, I thought this was just another "quirky chick with a guitar" and thought I would end up banishing her to my own personal cut-out bim. but lo and behold, she has snared me. This is a very crisp and literate affair, and, given a bit of time, she WILL suck you in. A refreshing alternative to the churned out alternagrrrl crap out there (sorry gwen). No ordinary sweater, indeed!

  • sharp songwriting....beautiful.
    author: CL
  • WOW.
    author: Scooter

    Truly amazing music. I've given several as gifts (to people I really like!). Kind of a pop-soundtrack for your life.

  • simply incredible, a must have

  • Gorgeous
    author: Trevor

    Deb Talan has quickly become one of my very favorite musicians of today. "Thinking Amelia" is such a gorgeous song, as are all on this CD. Also consider purchasing her live CD, which I like even better, called "Sincerely."

  • Totally addictive...
    author: Caia

    this CD played nonstop in my car for 4 months. "Forgiven" is the most beautiful song ever written. Buy this CD!!!

  • Awesome! Moving!
    author: Jess Mcdonough

    I love every song! "Whetstones" is my favorite. You couldn't possibly regret this purchase.

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