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Land of Talk is a Canadian indie rock band from Montreal, Quebec. The band consists of singer and guitarist Elizabeth Powell, bassist Joseph Yarmush and drummer Andrew Barr.
History
Before becoming the front-woman for Land of Talk, Elizabeth Powell performed as a solo artist as well as in many bands, at one point performing under the name ELE_K*. She began writing music at the age of fourteen while she grew up in Guelph, Ontario. She enrolled in the jazz program at Concordia University where she met Chris McCarron and Mark Wheaton with whom she formed Land of Talk.[1] Eric Thibodeau replaced Wheaton on drums in May 2007 to complete a new lineup.[2]
Land of Talk has received funding from agencies such as the Canada Council Funding for the Arts (FACTOR).[3]
Applause Cheer Boo Hiss
The band released its debut EP, Applause Cheer Boo Hiss, April 4, 2006 on Dependent Music. The single "Summer Special" deals with the damaging nature of intra-female conflict and the sadness of losing oneself by way of buying in to the damaging stereotypes of femininity. Powell commented in an interview about what inspired her to write "Summer Special" and how it compared to her life growing up as a tom-boy.
Another stand-out track from the album is "Speak to Me Bones", which also deals with the theme of relational conflict. This track exemplifies their use of soft vocals and gritty rock sounding musical arrangements. The music video for "Speak to Me Bones" was directed by a former Concordia school mate, Jeff St. Jules. The concept of the video was kept simple, shot in black and white staying true to the band's no-frills style.
Some Are Lakes
Land of Talk released their first full-length album, Some Are Lakes, on Secret City Records in Canada and Saddle Creek Records in the US. The album was released on October 7, 2008. Drums on the album are performed by Andrew Barr of The Slip.[4] Elizabeth Powell announced during a performance that the band would be going on hiatus after their tour with Broken Social Scene. The band did not in fact go on hiatus, but instead Chris McCarron left (amiably) to play guitar for The Dears. He was replaced by Joe Yarmush, and the band announced a West Coast tour for 2009.
Fun and Laughter EP
Land of Talk released their most recent EP Fun and Laughter October 27, 2009 on Saddle Creek. Via Saddle Creek: "Land of Talk have announced a west coast tour beginning October 27th in San Diego, and running through November 7th in Vancouver B.C.. To complement to tour, the band will be releasing an EP with four new songs and three videos, entitled 'Fun and Laughter'."[5].
Discography
EPs & Singles
- Applause Cheer Boo Hiss (2006)
- L'aventure Acoustique (2008)
- The Man Who Breaks Things - Single (2008)
- Young Bridge - 7" Vinyl Single (2008)
- Speak to Me Bones - 7" Vinyl Single (2008)
- Fun and Laughter (2009)
Studio albums
- Some Are Lakes (2008)
References
- ^ Dunlevy, T’Cha (December, 2006). "Talk of the town: 2006 was busy for Montreal’s dreamy, gritty Land of Talk, and 2007 looks even busier." The Montreal Gazette.
- ^ "Bucky Leaves Land of Talk!". Gen Art Pulse. May 4, 2007.
- ^ Chase, Ted (2007). "Elizabeth Powell of Land of Talk PartII".
- ^ "Land of Talk Jump in Lakes". Chart. 2008-07-18. Retrieved 2008-12-07.
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External links
- Land of Talk official website
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