ADAM TAYLOR

Adam Taylor is a Pennsylvania poet with a guitar, whose old school soul can be felt through his visually quirky, socially conscious lyrics and ragtime inspired folk-pop. Channeling the spirit of Bob Dylan, Taylor defies his youth with his timeless confidence and renegade attitude. His debut EP, Play the Piano Drunk, was produced by Adam’s older brother and mentor, LIVE founding member Chad Taylor. Unlike his brother, the younger Taylor brings a wryer approach to his music, literate like his idols Charles Bukowski and Saul Williams, yet still boyishly brazen. Listeners will discover Taylor’s breath of influence such as Donovan, Dr. Dre, Wilco, and Tom Waits.



Taylor recorded his debut EP “Play the Piano Drunk” while finishing his senior year of high school. “The Box” written in three parts takes an intimate look into contemporary society, poking holes in America’s televised obsession. “Painting Leprosy” marries early rock n’ roll with ragtime swagger a la Scott Joplin, whereas “Story of The Sea-Green Sky” rages with jealousy. The lyrical overtones throughout the seven songs reflect a range of moods from boyish brashness to “Clockwork Orange” strangeness. Unafraid of melodrama, each song takes the listener on a theatrical excursion of wide dynamic range, a trait rarely found in modern music. “I think many of the songs share a bluegrass or folk lineage,” muses Taylor. “Where they feel upbeat but tend to have more meaning than a shallow pop song. If you look beyond the catchy melodies there is often a greater depth.”



“Play The Piano Drunk” has Taylor collaborating with studio musicians who each bring a new dimension to the EP. Paul Murr (Drums), Mike Giblin (Bass), Adam Kontis (Guitar), Brent Burgee (Piano) all adhere to Taylor’s unique fascination with folk infused pop music. With longtime friend and touring partner, Kate Young, lending her Baez-like pipes, the two have traipsed across the country playing at festivals such as the Milwaukee Summerfest. Adam is looking forward to going back into the studio to complete his debut LP.



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