Taylor Kopp - “The Orchard”
Photo by Sarah Wainwright. Cover design by Brian Goodwin.
Portland, Oregon-based country-folk singer-songwriter Taylor Kopp arrives on our blog with the raw and intimate sounds of “The Orchard,” the latest single from his new EP, The Movin’ On.
For those of you searching for some stripped-back, reflective folk music that incorporates the character of classic storytelling, look no further than “The Orchard.” Pressing play invites a wonderfully up-close-and-personal acoustic guitar, remarkably picked to indie-folk perfection. The vibe veers close enough to melancholic that we immediately knew we would have to feature the tune.
Kopp’s vocal arrives with an astounding sense of sincerity, offering listeners nothing but the truth with an authentic performance that delves into “the intersection of seeking and finding love, with elements of both existential wandering and pure joy - the kind that only hard-fought love can offer.” Before long, some bass joins the arrangement, followed by the ethereally enchanting swells of pedal steel.
A soft vocal harmony has been utilized over key areas, adding width to the production, as well as ensuring that all listeners return to “The Orchard” for multiple spins. As the track comes to a close, the notes of a piano fall into place, adding the finishing touch to this alt-country-tinged work of art. If you happen to be a fan of Iron & Wine, Jeff Tweedy, Ray LaMontagne, or Josh Ritter, do yourself a favor and press that play button.