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Exclusive Copeland Stream: "On the Safest Ledge"

Frontman Aaron Marsh tells SPIN.com the meaning of this lilting tune off the band's forthcoming new album.
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The title of "On the Safest Ledge," the delicate second single off Floridian indie-rockers Copeland's forthcoming album, You Are My Sunshine, may induce a feeling of security, but its lyrics are far more concerned with doubt than certainty. "[It's] all about discomfort and how lovely and scary it is to not know what your next step will be," vocalist/guitarist/pianist Aaron Marsh tells SPIN.com about the swelling, string-backed track.

"Don't look ahead / Just run to me / Each step we'll find / The next one recklessly," Marsh sings, carrying an unsure message of hope, before segueing into the soaring chorus, which features a heavenly vocal turn by singer/songwriter Rae Cassidy. "The ascending melody on the chorus is pretty different for us," Marsh says. "Also, I think the guest appearance by Cassidy on the bridge of the tune is very moving." So do we, Mr. Marsh, so do we.

You Are My Sunshine drops Oct. 14 via Tooth & Nail.

Now Hear This: Copeland, "On the Safest Ledge"

Comments

iheartconan

LOVE IT! You Are My Sunshine = Album of the year!

like_a_kite

I think this may be the best Copeland album yet. Awesome stuff, I love these guys. They definitely deserve to be on the cover of SPIN one month. [hinthint]

thebrightestfirefly

I have seen Copeland live 5 times and I can't wait to see them again in November. They never cease to amaze ^_^

suemaz7

Sue

Copeland! Mmmmmmm Mmmmmmm Mmmmmmm. Beauty of music. Totalllyyy....................................

TiffanyAreI

This is absolutely amazing.
THANK YOU FOR FEATURING COPELAND, SPIN!
We need more Copeland!

Aaron Marsh=sdkfjnsadflkjsdf

jc49507

this song is reallllly good!! in fact, "on the safest ledge," in my opinion, is one of copeland's best works to date. i'm really stoked for the album!

Krunkadendat

These guys need to be mainstreamed big time.They are truly one of the greatest bands ever.I love all kinds of music, but Copeland brings me together.Aaron Marsh is one of the greatest song writers ever.They more than deserve a cover on Spin and an in depth interview.No doubt.I've followed these guys from their first album.The music is timeless.On the Safest Ledge is a testament of Aaron's Genius writing and producing.Cause I know for a fact he had his hand in the production of every single song.He can remix a song 8 or 9 times all of them sounding totally different and yet wonderful.It's amazing.So I encourage Spin to give them a chance and cover them and see what will happen cause I know for a fact you wouldn't be disappointed!!!!

Kungfupenguin

Copeland has been advancing as a band through and through. They deserve every bit of article space, and to be heard by the masses. Their new album sounds top notch, and I await its release.

geddyleesays

Been a fan of you gentlemen for close to six years.
I've seen you live seven times & never fail to amaze me.
& 'You Are My Sunshine' isn't going to be any exception.

I read somewhere this album is going to 'cross the line of happy & creepy', musically & lyrically.

Can't wait guys!
I'll be seeing you live either the 29th in Ann Arbor or the 30th in Chicago. Too bad there aren't any Indiana dates. =(

ps; This fine band deserves to be on the cover of SPIN sometime real soon. Lots more people should listen to his band & I'm sure that'll help get the word out!

typewriterlife

These boys never fail to amaze me. They are hands down my favorite band EVER, and I'm so excited to hear the full album.

HypeSociety

I have been a fan of Copeland since their first major album, Beneath Medicine Tree. Each album they come out with is a little more tweaked that the previous one. I've heard three songs from You Are My Sunshine and am very impressed and excited for the full album!
Rae Cassidy's additional vocals on YAMS are great, too!

I look forward to seeing a lot more of Copeland in SPIN magazine!

yellow3131

I can think of no other band who more deserves a shout out in Spin Magazine than Copeland. Get on that Spin!

tobias77

love the new song.
everything this band puts out is amazing. They work hard as musicians and it shows

sean_wilburn

Great Job! Feature them in Spin!

Monkeydud137

Aaron Marsh and the rest of Copeland deserve so much more than they are credited to. An amazing band from such a small place like Lakeland (my hometown).

shimmer.the.dragon

copeland. i utterly love you. keep up with your lyrical amazement and melodies. :)

theheidiparade

copeland's albums have been the soundtrack to love and the healing for heartbreak in my life for so long. they are amazing musicians and deserve so much. i absolutely can't wait til the new album drops and to see them at the middle east!

Beppoop

Copeland is my absolute favorite band and I'm disgustingly picky when it comes to music. =] Their music has had an incredible way of making me feel something I've never felt before and think that's what music should be about. Copeland inspires a lot people (including myself) with every album they come out with. They seem to just get better and better!

AND!! More people need to listen to their music, so do something about it!... Please?

SPREAD THE COPELAND GOSPEL!

eat.sleep.repeat

copeland is, hands down, one of the most inspirational bands i've ever encountered. not only do they write incredibly catchy music, but aaron marsh has a level of sincerity in his voice that can't be matched. they put on one of the most moving live shows that will bring everyone in the crowd to tears. i've never met a more humble, honest, or genuine musician. i honestly can't remember the last time i was so excited for a new album. hearing "the grey man" on their myspace page made me so happy, but hearing "on the safest ledge" gave me goosebumps. october 14th can't come soon enough! it'll hold me over until i'm blessed enough to see you again october 30th in chicago. spin needs to make the smart decision and cover this band before they lose their chance!

in.motion

this album is going to be FANTASTIC judging by this and "Grey Man." The guys in Copeland never stop amazing me :)

Ashlmd

I've never been on this site before. I only came here and registered to let SPIN know that Copeland is by FAR the greatest band out there! I have been a fan of theirs for years (since Beneath the Medicine Tree) and their music only gets better and better with each new album! Aaron's voice is heavenly and the music and lyrics often leave me with goosebumps.

They are well-deserving of some recognition!

musicman929

Copeland is awesome!! I love the singers voice!!!

cindy

Copeland is incredible ... perfect singing, perfect music ... perfect everything!

mooch_boy

Absolutely amazing. The ascending melody is new for Copeland and Aaron's voice, but it's just breathtaking.

cwhit25

This song is absolutely beautiful! But it is no surprise coming from such an awsome band! They never cease to deliver!

shawnmichael

I'am fueled by anticipation for the new album. This is the second song I've heard from it so far and I'm loving the direction. The airy'ness builds ever so nicely with that different sounding chorus, nice ascension by the way, and an ambitious break right before the brilliant bridge. Great job guys!

isaacbrickner

This song is great! i pre-ordered the album. really looking forward to the rest of it.

whippersnapper

The Beatles of our time!!! Truly amazing band.

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