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James TaylorFolk artist, talented singer and guitarist.
Date of Birth: 12.03.1948
Country:  USA |
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Early Life and Education
James Taylor was born on March 12, 1948, in Boston, Massachusetts. His father, Isaac Taylor, was a physician, and his mother, Gertrude Woodard, was a former opera singer. Taylor was the second of five children.
When Taylor was three years old, his family moved to North Carolina, where his father became an assistant professor of medicine at the University of North Carolina School of Medicine. Taylor's father later served as the Dean of the UNC School of Medicine from 1964 to 1971.
Taylor was exposed to music from a young age. He initially learned to play the cello, but switched to the guitar in 1960. In 1961, Taylor attended Milton Academy in Milton, where he developed a strong interest in folk music and other genres. He wrote his first song at the age of 14.
Musical Beginnings
In North Carolina, Taylor attended Chapel Hill High School and joined his brother Alex's band, The Corsayers, as a guitarist. After returning to Milton, Taylor became depressed and was hospitalized in 1965.
Career Breakthrough
The 1970s marked Taylor's breakthrough as a professional musician. His album "Sweet Baby James" (1970) was a critical and commercial success. He continued to release successful albums, including "Mud Slide Slim and the Blue Horizon" (1971) and "Gorilla" (1975).
Continued Success
In the early 1980s, Taylor released the album "Dad Loves His Work," which was another commercial success. In the late 1980s, he recorded "Never Die Young" and embarked on an extensive tour. Taylor's music has been recognized with numerous awards, including a Grammy Award in December 2007.
