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My name is Benjamin Taylor. I am a regular fool, in the middle of rather an unusual adventure through time, space, art, love and KungFu in the shadow of a couple of musical Superstars. I am delighted that the Daily Grommet has elected to feature m... read more [ + ]

Lotte

Nov 16th, 2009 @ 7:30 AM

Thank you so much for an amazing and beautiful concert in Oslo last night!... read more [ + ]

 Joy

Nov 16th, 2009 @ 7:29 AM

Hi, I went to the Heather Nova concert in Oslo yesterday, and made a new musical discovery. You! Thank you for an outstanding performance. Great voice, beautiful songs and intelligent lyrics. Your little stories and funny comments together with the ... read more [ + ]

 Yvette

Nov 15th, 2009 @ 6:17 AM

Thank you for a great evening in Stockholm!! I really enjoyed your music and lyrics and the duet you did with Heather Nova was a real nice surprise to the evening. Had a wonderful evening and I look forward discovering more of your music. Enjoy the ... read more [ + ]

 Birgit

Nov 2nd, 2009 @ 9:13 AM

Hi Ben, saw you last saturday in Antwerp, front row at the Heather Nova performance! I was there with my father and sister. My father baught your cd, so we will definitely discuss your lovely music shortly! Thanx for the great performance! ... read more [ + ]

 Anu

Oct 31st, 2009 @ 3:38 PM

Hi Ben, I just wanted to write and tell you that I absolutely love your music. I recently discovered it through the show American Dreams, and I am so glad I did! Your work has such an original feel to it... the poetry in the lyrics is so nice, I fee... read more [ + ]

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Benjamin Taylor - CD The Legend of Kung Folk
  • Benjamin Taylor - CD The Legend of Kung Folk

Benjamin Taylor’s latest album includes witty lyrics and his masterful acoustic guitar celebrates his own style.
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Folk With a Side of Funk

The title of Benjamin Taylor’s latest album, “Legend of Kung Folk, Part 1 (The Killing Bite),” might be a little confusing,b ut what’s immediately clear when you listen to it, is Benjamin’s talent. His eclectic music is laced with sincere, witty, sometimes tongue-in-cheek lyrics, set against an acoustic-guitar backdrop. The combination is part folk, part rock and, as he would say, “the kick” of Kung.

Benjamin TaylorHis voice is one you won’t grow tired of — just like the voices of Benjamin’s famous parents, Carly Simon and James Taylor. Benjamin’s impressive heritage can be heard in his music, but he’s no copycat. As a singer-songwriter, he has his own updated sound, style and contribution to make. After traveling the world and training in martial arts, he says “Kung Folk” reflects his personal, hybridized style. There’s both humor and honesty in his single “Wicked Way,” for example, which has been buzzed about since Benjamin’s lusty new video for the song was released this summer.

The “Kung Folk” album was released by Iris Records, a label Benjamin started with session drummer Larry Cianci that puts him at the helm of artistic navigation. His upbeat music and smart lyrics are refreshingly different — and well worth adding to your playlist.

— Christopher


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  • Singer/songwriter Benjamin Taylor’s third full-length album, “Legend of Kung Folk, Pt. 1, The Killing Bite”
  • Iris Records, 2008
  • Folk, rock, funk mix – guest piano/vocal with Jamie Cullum, “After It’s Over”
  • Tracks:
    1. Wrong
    2. She’s Gone
    3. Wicked Way
    4. It’s Only Love
    5. Dangerous Girl
    6. Something for Nothing
    7. Wilderness
    8. You’re the One for Me
    9. Space
    10. After it’s Over

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