Lee Taylor
Soulful Avant-Garde Vocalist
A powerhouse vocalist bridging Memphis gospel traditions and the New York jazz scene with raw intensity and a voice that 'cuts diamonds.'
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About
Memphis-born, Brooklyn-based Lee Taylor is a vocalist and composer celebrated for residencies at The Django and performances at the Blue Note. Her debut album, Wild Woman (2021), features the Dap-Kings and explores a soulful sound rooted in gospel, blues, and jazz.
Music Style
Taylor's sound merges raw gospel power with jazz sophistication, characterized by an 'uncommon' vocal range and arrangements that evoke 1970s soul and vintage blues.
Background
- Hometown
- Memphis, TN
- Instruments
- vocals
- Active
- 2010s-present
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Notable Collaborations
The Dap-KingsResistance Revival ChorusBinky GriptiteDarryl JonesPhillip GlassJim James
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Upcoming Events
Lee Taylor's next NYC show is Thursday, July 9 at The Django.