In 2006, Liam was nominated at the Canadian Radio Music Awards for Best New Group or Solo Artist (Hot AC) with his Debut album on Columbia produced by Grammy winning producer Bill Bottrell (Sheryl Crow, Shelby Lynne) featuring singles: “Sad Eyes” which went Top 10 and Counting Headlights Top 20.
His sophomore album “Can’t Let Go” was recorded in Nashville with grammy winning producer Jay Joyce (Patti Griffin, Emmy Lou Harris); it's obvious that this singer/songwriter set out to prove that he was no “flash in the pan” with his second record. “Can’t Let Go” was released on Double Dorje Records, Liam’s own independent label.
Thrilled to be signed to his new label NETTWERK Music, Liam went back to Nashville to record with Jay Joyce for his third release CICADA. "Jay and I played everything on the album. I'm very proud of it" quips Titcomb. In support of the first single Love Don't Let Me Down Liam just completed two Coast to Coast cross Canada tours (one on his own and one opening for Colin James in beautiful venues like the NAC in Ottawa and the Jubilee in Edmonton. He also opened for Jann Arden at Massey Hall. Nettwerk is currently preparing for the release the second single.
A staunch supporter of humanitarian programs, Liam contributed the song "War" to the benefit album Peace Songs (along with Leonard Cohen, Paul McCartney and Bruce Cockburn) in support of War Child Canada. During the summer of 2009, living in his RV, he busked coast to coast followed by the CBC. He proudly raised well over $50,000 for War Child Canada.
He's had the pleasure of playing several festivals in the past: Burlington Sound of Music, Blue Skies, Ottawa Folk Fest, Ottawa Blues Fest, The Tulip Fest, Stan Rogers Folk Fest, Festival of Friends, Summerfolk, Eaglewood Folk Fest, Mariposa Folk Fest, Beachfest, Regina Folk Fest, Salmon Arm Roots and Blues Fest, Sunshine Music Fest and Home County Folk Fest. Etc.
Gordon Lightfoot - Louisville.com Interview
“We have a community here in Toronto of singer-songwriters trying to break out of the mold and go somewhere... Occasionally I'll spot one who's really good... and the one who comes to mind right now is Liam Titcomb. You'll have to check that one out.”
From Leigh Nash (Sixpence None The Richer)
"I've known Liam for four years now and can honestly say I am a true fan. The first time I heard his cover of ‘Bandit’ by Neil Young, I was hooked. You wouldn't expect to hear such maturity and depth in the songs of someone so young, yet there it is.
To be sure, his voice is almost as big as his heart."
Landslide
Liam Titcomb Lyrics
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But I'm sure of this
I just wish tonight
You'd see it my way
Broke our own hearts
Was that not enough
We had to fall in love
We can't hide at all
Oh, the writing's on the wall
But you can't run from a landslide
It's like trying to count all the tears you've cried
It's too late and God knows we've tried
But you can't run from a landslide
This is hard to say
No good in goodbye
How do you walk away
How do we even try
We can't hide at all
Oh, the writing's on the wall
But you can't run from a landslide
It's like trying to count all the tears you've cried
It's too late and God knows we've tried
But you can't run from a landslide
No way to escape
No place left to hide
Guess it's just too late
You can't run from a, you can't run
You can't run from a landslide
It's like trying to count all the tears you've cried
It's too late and God knows we've tried
But you can't run from a landslide
But you can't run from a landslide
It's like trying to count all the tears you've cried
It's too late and God knows we've tried
But you can't run from a landslide
You can't run from a landslide
You can't run from a landslide
In Liam Titcomb's song "Landslide," the singer seems to be talking to someone they were in a relationship with, and are pleading with them to see things from their perspective. The first verse sets this up by saying, "I'm not always right/But I'm sure of this/I just wish tonight/You'd see it my way." There is a sense of frustration and disappointment in the singer's tone, perhaps because the relationship has already fallen apart. The chorus drives home the idea that it's impossible to escape the pain of a failed relationship, likening it to a landslide. The singer sings that "you can't run from a landslide/It's like trying to count all the tears you've cried/It's too late and God knows we've tried/But you can't run from a landslide." In the second verse, the singer admits that breaking up was difficult, and wonders how they can even attempt to move on. The chorus repeats twice more, reiterating the point that the feelings left over from the failed relationship can't be avoided.
One possible interpretation of the song is that it's about the aftermath of a breakup. The lyrics suggest that both parties have tried to move on, but haven't been able to completely escape their feelings for each other. The chorus is particularly powerful in this regard, suggesting that the emotions of heartbreak are too overwhelming to ignore. It's fitting that the song is called "Landslide", as that's a natural disaster that strikes suddenly and forcefully, much like the end of a relationship.
Line by Line Meaning
I'm not always right
I'm not perfect
But I'm sure of this
I'm certain about this one thing
I just wish tonight
Right now, at this moment
You'd see it my way
You'd understand my point of view
Broke our own hearts
We hurt ourselves
Was that not enough
Did we not learn from that?
We had to fall in love
We chose to love each other
Then watch it fall apart
And then it ended
We can't hide at all
We can't pretend everything is okay
Oh, the writing's on the wall
It's clear what's going to happen
But you can't run from a landslide
You can't avoid the consequences of our choices
It's like trying to count all the tears you've cried
It's impossible, the impact is too great
It's too late and God knows we've tried
We've done what we can, but it's over
This is hard to say
It's difficult to talk about
No good in goodbye
There's never a positive outcome from saying goodbye
How do you walk away
How do we move on?
How do we even try
Is it even worth trying?
No way to escape
We can't get away from this situation
No place left to hide
There's nowhere to go to avoid it
Guess it's just too late
Maybe it's impossible to change anything
You can't run from a, you can't run
You can't escape the reality of the situation
You can't run from a landslide
You can't avoid the consequences of our choices
You can't run from a landslide
You can't avoid the consequences of our choices
You can't run from a landslide
You can't avoid the consequences of our choices
Contributed by Micah M. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
Arwen Koops
Man just read most of the comments and a lot of 'Bones' fans found this song because of that. It really is amazing to see what a TV show or Movie can do for a person's music career. I also really love this song because of Bones.
Kirsty McIntosh
Re-watching Bones and its brought me back to this absolutely class tune.
YoureShameless2009
I am so glad I found this amazing song on Bones! Never would've heard it otherwise. Great lyrics, arrangement, vocals, wonderful song and a very talented artist!
Sara Cecelya
I love how Bones brought us all here :) it's a great song! I was just watching this episode on Netflix and the song was so catchy I had to look it up.
Brittney Buchanan
Bones!!!! :) Love this show, and all of the music they choose!!! :) :)
Bonnie Carver
My favourite song of Liam's. Love the new CD!
Costa Rica Jack
Good stuff. Bones has some amazing songs. Just like House did in its day.
MultiLoochie
Yess!! Bones def got me here! Perfect audition song, it speaks to my heart. hearts to Liam.
Shallow Bay
this song got inside my soul , its a beautiful song, thank you bones ...
Michael Terrell
a lot of my favorite shows have cool tunes i search for my last cool song was " Tonight" and " Keep the streets empty for me "( this video is awesome)....I think both came from Bones as well