Debra-Jean Creelman Unveils Soulful Single "Bloom" (feat. Kendel Carson), A Wistful Reflection on Growth and Self-Discovery, New Album 'Little Town' Out 12/5
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Vancouver-based singer-songwriter Debra-Jean Creelman returns with “Bloom,” a captivating single that captures the ache of self-reflection and the bittersweet beauty of personal growth. Blending soulful vocals with plaintive alt-country textures, “Bloom” is a deeply human exploration of honesty, imperfection, and the quiet courage it takes to face oneself.
Born out of a writing exercise with one of her students, “Bloom” evolved from a simple lyrical prompt into a stirring collaboration with longtime creative partner Sean Cronin. The track was recorded live to tape in a barn in Catskill, NY, with Cronin assembling an all-star ensemble of collaborators, including Noah B. Harley (Spirit Family Reunion), Andy Weaver, Adam Brisbin (Big Thief), and Alex P. Wernquest (recording engineer and owner of Basement Floods Record.)
Creelman later overdubbed her vocals in Vancouver with Dave Genn (54-40, Matthew Good Band) & Kendel Carson (Alan Thomas Doyle; Shania Twain), whose fiddle and harmonies add depth and shimmer to the track.
Listen to “Bloom” HERE.
“The goal was to make something soulful that properly reflected my biggest musical influences and had my vocals front and centre,” Creelman shares. “I wanted it to be something that would translate well live – more of an emotional experience for the listener rather than a cerebral one.”
At once intimate and revelatory, “Bloom” finds Creelman at her most honest – wistful yet grounded, with a delivery that feels timeless and true. It’s the first glimpse into her forthcoming album Little Town (out December 5th), which flows between genres effortlessly – with her distinct vocals, and Cronin’s cinematic storytelling as the thru line throughout.
Is it my fault that I don’t bloom?
Is everything else my fault too?
Debra-Jean Creelman has long been a fixture of the West Coast music scene. From her early days with Mother Mother to her frequent collaborations and expansive solo catalogue, she’s the one to call when you need powerhouse vocals, dry wit, and unmatched vocal arrangements. Simply put, Creelman is the real deal.
On her fifth studio album, Little Town, Creelman invites listeners into what can only be described as a cinematic experience. Written and recorded primarily with long-time collaborator Sean Cronin, the 17-track collection unfolds like a short film – vaudevillian, visceral, and vital.
Recorded across Galiano Island and Catskill, NY, and tracked live to analog tape at Basement Floods Records, Little Town exudes warmth, texture, and soul. From the janky rocker “Bing Bong Baby” to the sweeping “Little Town,” and the radiant harmonies of “Bloom,” Creelman emerges fully in her power – free, fearless, and gloriously herself.
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