James Taylor

Born: Mar 12, 1948 in Belmont, MA

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Biography: When people use the term "singer/songwriter" (often modified by the word "sensitive") in praise or in criticism, they're thinking of James Taylor. In the early '70s, when he appeared with his introspective songs, acoustic guitar, and calm, understated singing style, he mirrored a generation's emotional ...Read full biography

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Sweet Baby James

Released: 1970

Label: Warner Bros.

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The heart of James Taylor's appeal is that you can take him two ways. On the one hand, his music, including that warm voice, is soothing; its minor key melodies and restrained playing draw in the listener. ...Read full review

James Taylor

Released: 1968

Label: Capitol/EMI Records

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James Taylor was the first artist to be signed to record on the Beatles' short-lived vanity Apple label. In late 1968, Taylor's sophisticated self-titled disc foreshadowed the introspective singer/songwriter ...Read full review

More James Taylor albums: Main Albums (23), Compilations (40), Singles & EPs (10), DVD/Video (12)