On this recording: Talia Applebaum-lead & back-up vocals. Mia Tel Ohr- back-up vocals, percussions, saz. Yossi Dayan-keyboard. Mindy Fuhrer- acoustic & electric guitars. Danny Maman- electric guitar. Yechezkel Tel Ohr- electric guitar, percussions. Riva Schertzman-keyboard
Influences
In picticular, Neshama Carlebach, Nina Storey & Stevie Nicks. Also The Greatful Dead, Dire Straits, Neil Young, CS&N, The Doors, Fleetwood Mac, Bob Marley, Bob Dylan, Simon & Garfunkel, Jethro Tull, Pierre Bensusan, C. Lanzbom, Night Arc, Arik Shahar, Bireli Legrene, Ehud Banai.
I edited my layout at Bigoo.ws, check out these Myspace Layouts! Talia Applebaum came to Israel many moons ago for a "short"
visit and has been flourishing there ever since. At the age of 18 she made a pivotal turn in her life and returned to the ways of her Forefathers and Mothers.
Talia’s unique sound reveals deep spiritual dimensions within her voice. Potent and playful, Talia’s voice emerges from the depths of the soul with a rawness and honesty --inspired by the blues-- that is simply refreshing.
In addition to singing/songwriting, Talia has had her writing published in various Jewish newspapers, magazines and anthologies. She also self-published a journal for women called A Woman’s Way.
On FLASHES IN THE DARKNESS
Talia’s debut CD, you'll experience how ancient timeless messeges are presented in a timely, contemporary, deeply soulful manner through a variety of genres including melodic piano ballads, jazz, blues, rag time, folk rock, rock & ethnic-funk.
The lyrics run the gambit from poignantly touching, riveting, fun-loving, to domestic humor: All resulting from a personal spiritual journey that can be shared by all.
You won't remain unaffected by this multifaceted CD, featuring creative, expressive vocals.
Flashes In The Darkness,
An Inspiring Musical Odyssey
Quotes from Jewish Press Review by Rosally Saltsman:
"Original religious Jewish music has entered its second generation inspiring listeners while entertaining them; speaking to their hearts and souls through song. One such disc, called Flashes in the Darkness is by Talia Applebaum, an American-Israeli woman living in Beitar Illit on the outskirts of Jerusalem. The songs, all written and performed by Talia cover a musical range from Jazz to lyric but have a predominantly folky feel. In her rich and breathless mezzo voice, she modulates between the physical, emotional and spiritual as her topics cover dirty dishes, raising children and trying to draw closer to Hashem. My favorite number, Ki Karov Eleicha, has a jazzy beat that belies its deeply spiritual nature. Drawing inspiration from her kitchen sink to l’havdil scripture, Talia weaves a tapestry of music that paints a picture that all women can see themselves as part of."
Hey, Hows it going? I just wanted to invite you to check out the new song I put up on my page called Just a Lonely Heart. If you like it be sure to swing by my page and add it to your mp3 player today! Hope all is well on your side of the screen! -Topher
