Grant Austin Taylor

Grant Austin Taylor (born May 9, 1995[1]) is an American rock and blues guitarist from Norfolk, Virginia. He started playing guitar at the age of 6[2] and made his performing debut at the opening of the Town Point Park in his hometown with the alternative rock band Better Than Ezra on May 30, 2003.[3][4] While Grant Austin Taylor is mainly known for his solo work, he is also the vocalist, lead guitarist and harmonica player in the Grant Austin Taylor Band. In 2020, Grant Austin Taylor and his girlfriend, Taylor Anne Drumwright, together became the acoustic duo called The Taylors.[5]

Grant Austin Taylor
Background information
Birth nameGrant Austin Taylor
Born (1995-05-09) May 9, 1995[1]
Norfolk, Virginia, US
OriginNorfolk, Virginia, US
GenresRock, Blues, Blues-rock
Occupation(s)Singer, songwriter
Instrument(s)Guitar, Vocals, Harmonica
Years active2003-present
Websitehttp://www.grantaustintaylor.com

Awards and recognition

References

  1. "Past and Present Young Actor Birthdays". Archived from the original on 2006-05-13. Retrieved 2007-04-10.
  2. Lesco, John W. (2005-02-26). "9 year old, Grant Austin Taylor Rocks at the Wide Open". Virginia Beach Review.
  3. "Grant Austin Taylor biography". Boy Choir and Soloist Directory. 2004-01-01. Retrieved 2007-04-05.
  4. "TTOY Hall of Fame". Street Serenade. Archived from the original on 2007-03-18. Retrieved 2007-04-05.
  5. Grant Austin Taylor, artist information at Sonicbids.com
  6. "Another AMTK Talent Revealed". Young Star News. 2005-05-23.
  7. Maisey, Jeff (2007-06-17). "Listen Up, Hampton Roads". The Virginian-Pilot.
  8. "Recognition Granted". Portfolio Weekly.
  9. Maisey, Jeff (2007-02-16). "Young Norfolk guitarist honored". The Virginian-Pilot.


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