Album Review: Frank Turner: Poetry Of The Deed

Frank Turner’s Poetry Of The Deed is absolutely the masterpiece that I’ve come to expect from the artist. The record grows on me more with each listen. Turner’s songwriting style has evolved in a slightly different direction with this release. Poetry Of The Deed is more electric, more pop. One of my most loved aspects musically is the brilliant piano work. Like Love, Ire, & Song and Sleep Is For The Week, Poetry Of The Deed strikes me as being extremely autobiographical. Frank’s refreshingly honest, carefully crafted lyrics are as stellar as ever. Quotable lines are everywhere to be found.

I had a lot of trouble narrowing down a few songs to specifically review here because I’ve come to adore so many (if not all) of them. I am predicting that Try This At Home will be the front runner for this album. Fans of Frank Turner will love this track that breaks down the lines between musician and audience. It will possibly be your new favorite song. You will find yourself singing the chorus to yourself. However, my favorite track is The Fastest Way Back Home. The Springsteen-esque love song has worked its way into my heart. From the lyrics to the music to Turner’s vocals, this song puts a smile on my face and makes me want to listen to it on repeat. Of definite note is the dynamic Isabel. This tune evolves to soaring, powerful choruses that work in and compliment the entire piece to create something simply amazing. Last but not least, I will mention the album closer. Journey Of The Magi is soft, subtle, and stripped down. Turner captures the mood of heartbreak and regret, but leaves us with the inspiring line “In the end the journeys brought joys that outweigh the pain.”

This will be the first album of Frank Turner’s to get a proper American release. Poetry Of The Deed can be found on Epitaph September 8th. The U.K. will be seeing it on September 7th on Xtra Mile. You can also pick up the record from Frank Turner on tour.

Download a Frank Turner sampler including the first single off of Poetry Of The Deed, The Road.

For more Frank Turner, visit him at Frank-Turner.com or on MySpace.