Congratulations to Charlie Puth, whose new album Voicenotes (featuring James on “Change”) has gone gold!
Says Charlie about James: “In the booth next to him, I got literal chills hearing his voice. He’s so, so talented and groundbreaking. He’s always been able to put his life into his music, something that I strive to do.”
You can read about James and Charlie’s collaboration at Entertainment Weekly.
What kind of electric bass band leader Jimmy Johnson plays on the road? We asked Jimmy and here is his answer:
“That is an Alembic “Series II” bass, built in 1989. We carry two of these on the road, the second being a backup. They’re identical in build but sound slightly different to me. The bass you’ve heard the last few nights on tour is my favorite of the two.”
Georges Lang has hosted the RTL radio show “Les Nocturnes” since 1973. Listen here as James congratulates his friend on an incredible 45 years!
Ever wondered how video captured by James’s cameramen make it to the IMAG (Image Magnification) screens on either side of the stage? Take a look behind the scenes!
Check out this review from the Sarasota Post which called James’s performance of “You’ve Got a Friend” in Tampa a “goose-bump sing-along moment”, also adding “We are so lucky to have such a gifted singer-songwriter in James Taylor, a real American musical treasure.”
To see where James is playing near you, please visit the Schedule page.
The complete episode of Jay Leno’s Garage featuring James with Jay is now available online. Click below to see James reunited with a classic 1955 Chevy Gasser from his cult film Two Lane Blacktop — James’s segment starts 28 minutes in.
At the Veteran’s Memorial Arena in Jacksonville tonight, James and his All-Star Band will kick off the 2018 Summer Tour. Last week, the band spent several days rehearsing the final set list. Click below to view a gallery of photos from rehearsals.
To see where James is playing near you, please visit the Schedule page.
Due to an unexpected medical situation that requires immediate attention, Bonnie will no longer be able to join James for the first portion of his 2018 Summer US Tour. A full recovery is expected and Bonnie is scheduled to rejoin the tour starting in St. Paul, MN on June 22.
The first leg of the tour, which is scheduled to kick off in Jacksonville, FL on May 8, will now be an “Evening with James Taylor & His All-Star Band”, featuring two sets with a brief intermission.
James is also pleased to announce that Sheryl Crow is scheduled to join him as a Special Guest in Phoenix, AZ on May 29 and for two nights at the Hollywood Bowl on May 31 and June 1.
For those ticket buyers who would like to request a refund to a show affected by this announcement, please do so at your original point of purchase. If you purchased via presale at Jamestaylor.com please contact tickets@jamestaylor.com.
Message from Bonnie
I’m deeply sorry to have to disappoint my fans, James and colleagues with these cancellations. I was so looking forward to our tour, but I’m very grateful that the doctors feel this can be taken care of with surgery. I’m feeling strong and am in great hands with my wonderful team. I fully expect to return for the second leg of the US tour in June followed by our European tour in July. Thank you all for your concern and understanding that the best gift you could give me is respecting my wish for privacy and giving me space to heal. Can’t wait to see you all back on the road again soon!
Message from James
This summer was to be Bonnie’s and my second summer touring together. We wanted to do it again because it was such good fun the first time, we didn’t want it to end. We are so looking forward to having her rejoin the tour in mid-June. Of course, there is no question as to the priority of your health, Bonnie. You will be constantly in our hearts and minds until we see you in June.
“Get well.
Get well soon.
We hope you get well soon…”
—Elaine Marie Benes
James’s nephew, Isaac Taylor, has a new album, Peace in the Valley, out today!
Click here to listen to the album, including two of James’s favorite songs: “Hard Travelin'” and “Beams of the Queen”!