E-mail a friendDecember 28, 2007
Rock and Rock Hall of Famer James Taylor reflects on getting his start in the business, the rough period of his addiction and says any genre of music can be soulful.
James Taylor
James Taylor
Watch unaired highlights of Tavis's conversation with the Rock and Roll Hall of Famer. (9:06)
Watch an extended interview with the five-time Grammy-winning artist. (24:46)
A big part of the folk revolution of the ‘60s and early ‘70s, James Taylor has earned 40 gold, platinum and multi-platinum awards, 5 Grammys and a nomination for Broadway's Tony Award. Raised in North Carolina, Taylor first studied cello before focusing on the guitar. He debuted on the Beatles' Apple Records and saw his songs influence songwriters and fans of all generations. Taylor is an inductee of both the Rock and Roll and Songwriters Halls of Fame and is still on the scene with his new CD, "Covers."
