Taylor Hicks~American Idol Performance Rocked!

Last night, Taylor Hicks returned to the American Idol stage with his best foot forward. He sang a country mix of his new awesome single, "Seven Mile Breakdown," complete with harp! He got a standing ovation from the audience and the judges, even Simon Scowal...lol.

Taylor Hicks ROCKED that AI stage last night. He was perfection in every way and the AI band did him justice without overshadowing his voice. It was real blue eyed soul night on AI and our SoulMan delievered! You can watch this fantastic performance on the embedded video above. This is a great second single release for Taylor and it has also been added to country music stations. There is also a new Taylor Hicks music video on the way for SMB, done by Spence Nicholson.

If you are not getting enough Taylor Hicks lately, then you must be asleep or in a coma :) He has lit up the radio and television stations, as well as continuing to grace the "Grease" stage, in every city he visits and has done some after shows in some areas.

Did America get the Season Five vote right?
YOU BETCHA!

For media and screencaps, visit TTHC. You will need to be a member to see these.

Taylor Hicks On IdoI~It's Official!

CHECK IT OUT.....TAYLOR HICKS IS GOING TO BE ON AMERICAN IDOL ON APRIL 29TH!

Taylor will be performing on the results show of American Idol next Wednesday at 9 pm. Here is the announcement from his myspace:

"Taylor on American Idol!
It's official!!! Taylor will be performing his latest single, 'Seven Mile Breakdown,' on American Idol next Wednesday, April 29! Tune into Fox at 9/8c to see Taylor back on the stage where it all began!"

Taylor Hicks returns to the stage where he became known to adoring fans all over America and also Internationally. When he recounts his days there, he always describes how he stayed focused and how important song choice is. Well, his choice of song for this appearance is going to BLOW THEM AWAY!

Don't miss this! Set your recorders, tune in, spread the word. Taylor returns with his blue eyed soul and hot beat to the AI stage and is sure to thrill the audience and viewers everywhere.

TAYLOR HICKS~AMERICAN IDOL WEDNESDAY APRIL 29TH~I WILL BE WATCHING, WILL YOU?

Taylor Hicks~Bodyguards For The Soul

Taylor Hicks is everywhere these days! Last night, he showed up on a segment of Fox Reality Channel's new show Bodyguards. The show chronicles the professional and personal lives of the two bodyguards Carmine and Mikey who work for high profile clients in New York at the various events which they attend. Our SoulMan was a big feature of this first show, reflecting his transportation and arrival to the Broadway Theatre and his attendance at the an evening event later on.

One of the BEST and most touching moments was when Taylor requested Carmine to stop in front of the large billboard featuring Taylor Hicks as Teen Angel in "Grease," so he could get a photo to "send home to his folks." How humble and cute is that?
Of course, there was Carmine's take on this maneuver, that Taylor was surrounded by energetic fans and only one bodyguard to protect him, and that once back in the vehicle, Taylor appeared a bit taken aback by the crowds. I am not sure if this was staging for the show or Taylor really felt that way, because he has encountered this everywhere he goes since winning Idol. But this is a great piece of footage for Taylor Hicks fans and a lot of fun to watch! They will repeat the show, I believe today. TTHC also has a capture of this to watch and keep in our "Grease" member section. I loved watching this and loved when Carmine said "He is hot!" I am pretty sure he didn't mean it like some of us do...LOL...but it is true on many levels. Taylor Hicks is definitely hot property on and offstage these days!

Taylor Hicks~View From The Bay Is A Good View!

Taylor Hicks graced the San Francisco media viewing area once again yesterday, with a return appearance on View From The Bay. He sang "7 Mile Breakdown," and this time it wasn't with a production or tour band. It was pure Taylor, acoustic and hot!
I have heard this song several times, both from SpoonfulJames and from Taylor, and never thought I'd enjoy it as much the way it was performed on the View From The Bay. However Taylor Hicks, as always, showed his versatility with just a chair, a guitar, and the most beautiful instrument of all....his voice.

If you have not had a chance to see Taylor Hicks in this performance and cute interview at the end, head over to this link where they archive their show segments. I think the West Coast is getting a HEAVY DOSE of Heart and Soul...and I think they are loving it!

Link to watch View From the Bay~Taylor Hicks Performance:
http://abclocal.go.com/kgo/channel?section=view_from_the_bay&id=5755208

Taylor Hicks~Best of the West!

There is a STIR on the west coast and it's not an earthquake. Taylor Hicks has arrived and is shaking up the place! Starting with San Diego, moving to LA, and now in San Francisco, Taylor has entertained countless new and present fans in his role as Teen Angel in "Grease" and has added a shadow tour show full of his unique music to each venue city, as well as introducing his new hit single at the close of each play performance.

The Belly Up Tavern in the San Diego area was a fabulous show and many lucky fans got to enjoy this, close up and personal. Taylor also performed at the legendary Roxy, which was an awesome experience! He will be at the Cafe Du Nord in San Francisco on April 14th and is scheduled to appear at The Triple Door in Seattle on May 27th.

The west coast press has been courting Taylor Hicks since he arrived. You cannot turn on a radio or TV in the area without an interview or reference to the SoulMan from Alabama, who has captured our hearts in so many ways. Now that cameras are allowed at the shadow tours, you can find media all over from the Roxy. If you want some exclusive and amazing quality videos from our members who were fortunate enough to attend, you can find them on our Taylor Hicks Community media board in our Shadow Tours section. Our members also brought back some gorgeous photos!

Be sure to check your area for "Grease" and if you are lucky, also find a shadow tour which features the new music of Taylor Hicks from his great new CD. Taylor is trying to schedule a shadow show in most of the venue cities, so there is a good chance you can find one near you. Get up and close and personal in an intimate setting, where you can experience the blue eyed soul sound of Taylor Hicks singing his early works and new songs. You won't soon forget it!

Taylor Hicks~Friends Speak Out

The Taylor Hicks Community is pleased to bring you yet another great interview from a friend and bandmate of Taylor Hicks. Brian Gallagher has given us some of his insights about touring and recording with Taylor, plus some awesome info on his own music and upcoming CD. Check it out here! Thanks so much, Brian...you and your sax RAWK!

http://z15.invisionfree.com/TaylorMade/index.php?showtopic=6223&st=0&#last

Taylor Hicks is What's Right in China!

Taylor Hicks and his single, "What's Right is Right," have gone global! Apparently in China, they think enough of him to include him on their web page for new music and videos, and they even feature the video! Just for fun, here is their piece on Taylor Hicks. See if you can find the translation!

点击试听：希克斯新专辑主打歌《What's Right Is Right》
希克斯 - 《What's Right Is Right》

《What's Right Is Right》是泰勒·希克斯(Taylor Hicks)即将发行的第二张录音室专辑《The Distance》中的第一支单曲。专辑《The Distance》由著名音乐人西蒙·克莱米(Simon Climie)制作，西蒙之前曾帮助埃里克·克莱普顿(Eric Clapton)、卡洛斯·桑塔纳(Carlos Santana)和费斯·希尔(Faith Hill)等艺人打造热门单曲。这张专辑计划于3月10日在美国发行，歌迷们还将在专辑中听到吉他手道尔·布莱姆豪尔(Doyle Bramhall II)、贝司手纳森·伊斯特(Nathan East)以及鼓手阿比·莱伯瑞艾尔(Abe Laboriel Jr)的声音。 (本文来源：网易娱乐专稿 )
【已有2位网友发表了看法，点击查看。】


To see the entire page with everyone else's music along with Taylor Hicks, click this link:
http://ent.163.com/09/0307/21/53R64T2J000334I9.html

This is GREAT PR for Taylor...OUR BOY HAS GONE GLOBAL!

Taylor Hicks~Belly Up and West Coast Lovin It!

From all accounts, it sounds like Taylor Hicks not only took the "Grease" stage by storm, but completely floored those lucky attendees to the Belly Up show last Wednesday evening! Many fans of all ages crowded the venue to either get a first glimpse at Taylor Hicks in concert or to be there as loyal fans who were stoked to see him in their territory. They were not disappointed.

Taylor Hicks sang his blue eyed soul heart out! He sang, tagged, stomped, harped, and charmed his way into the audience and left them breathless. San Diego gave Taylor a great deal of press before this event and also regarding his "Grease" tour there. This seems to have proven itself invaluable for getting the word out about the Belly Up appearance, as evidenced by the full house and delighted fans. Reports from various groups state this was THE show to see and for those lucky enough to have attended...YEA! Here is a set list:

The Distance
Give Me Tonight
Heaven Knows/The~Maze tags Wild World/Did Ye Get Healed
Heart And Soul~tags Brown Eyed Handsome Man/Lodi
Woman's Gotta Have It
Gonna Move~tag Jet Airliner
I Live On A Battlefield
The Deal
Seven Mile Breakdown
Hide Nor Hair What's Right Is Right
Soul Thing (
ENCORE
My Sweet Lord

Since I was not able to attend, you will have to search around the various sites for firsthand reports. I notice one of my favs, "Once Upon A Lover," was not included but I am hoping for a future venue which I can attend, to include this great dance song.

Be sure to check out this wonderful blog and the gorgeous pictures! They were asked to cover the event by Taylor's people and they did a super job! Leave them a thank you, while you are there :)
http://thedeadhub.com/taylor-hicks-soul-patrol-hits-the-belly-up-tavern/

Taylor Hicks~San Diego Loves You!

Taylor Hicks is out in San Diego for his "Grease" performance and a shadow tour show at the Belly Up tonight. He must be a very tired man today, because yesterday he was EVERYWHERE! If you haven't seem the impressive media blitz, then you have a long night's viewing ahead of you. Their media can't seem to get enough of him, with radio interviews, video interviews, and many photos. And Taylor's charm shines through in each and every one...they adore him!

In case you have not taken advantage of all of this wonderfulness, you can find this amazing list of viewing and listening pleasure right here on TaylorHicks.com.
Get some popcorn and a comfy chair, and have a great time with these! Taylor has taken San Diego TV and Radio by storm and we glad he did!

Here is where you can find the list of viewing sites:
http://www.taylorhicks.com/forum/viewtopic.php?f=5&t=363

Taylor Hicks~The Distance Nails It!

AOL has removed their listening party page for Taylor Hicks The Distance, but the lyrics and melodies remain with those who have listened. For the most part, reactions have been very positive and for me, rightly so. Barnes and Noble now has samples, not full songs, where fans can listen once again and mull over their choices.

As I remember and re-listen to the snippets, I find myself still drawn to the same songs I first heard. "Maybe You Should" is the Taylor Hicks masterpiece of the CD to me, with its bluesy and gut wrenching sound and words. I can't say enough about how fantastic this song is, especially the production of it. It is quiet and resigned, yet so moving...because of that very tone. "What's Right is Right" remains a true favorite also. The song I cannot get out of my head and which keeps my feet moving is the Latin flavored song, "Once Upon A Lover of Mine." While some feel it is not the favorite on the CD, to me it screams DANCE AND PARTY! I adore Latin music and the beat, and I think Taylor does an awesome job on this particular cut. It is a departure from his usual style, yet it is done with his typical Taylor uniqueness that makes it his own. I am thinking this will be a blast to see and hear at a live show and that he will have a great time performing it. I also am drawn to "I Live On A Battlefield" and "The Distance," which is the title song. Again, the words hit me first and the melodies they are set to are a wonderful pairing.

The light hearted songs, such as "Keepin It Real," and "Wedding Day Blues," are not as addictive to me as the ones above. That being said, I do love them for their pure fun and I am looking forward to listening to these again, to get to know them better. "Woman's Gotta Have It" is without a doubt, the smash soul song of the CD. Elliott Yamin duets with Taylor Hicks and those two voices just BRING IT HOME! This is one of the songs I'd love to see a video of and also to see and hear live. All of the other songs have merit as well, and although "Nineteen" is a painful message to listen to, Taylor's version of this is just amazing.

All in all, I would say if you have not heard this new CD, get on over to Barnes and Nobel and treat yourself to a sample. And on March 10, be sure to purchase several for yourself and friends. This new Taylor Hicks blue eyed soul CD is going to cover and close The Distance in a very pleasing manner.