"This world is very small and this industry is even smaller. Reputation is everything in this business and word travels fast. You can be driven, but you should always remember to be humble."
Doreen Taylor exclusively talked to Urbasm.com and dished about her album Magic, what gets a woman in the mood and what truly makes a good man. Check out this very candid (and sometimes very funny) interview where the normally reserved award winning singer/songwriter opens up in a rare way....
Award winning singer/songwriter Doreen Taylor performed the National Anthem at the 2014 Army Navy Cup III at PPL Park; the home of the Philadelphia Union. Congratulations to the Navy players for a 1-0 win in double overtime to beat their rival Army team to capture the N-Star in front of 10,168 fans on Friday, November 7th.
Award winning singer/songwriter and recording artist Doreen Taylor just announced that she will be performing the National Anthem at the 2014 Army Navy Cup III to be held at the Philadelphia Union's PPL Park in Philadelphia, PA.
The critically acclaimed performer, who just recently sold out back to back shows in NYC and Philadelphia in October, was selected to perform the anthem on Friday November 7th at the nationally televised soccer event broadcast via the American Sports Network (a subsidiary of Sinclair Broadcasting).
Check out the amazing review of Doreen Taylor's sold out "Stripped (again...)" show at the iconic Don't Tell Mama in New York City October 2nd. Modvive.com came out and interviewed the award winning singer/songwriter after her show in NYC and discussed her journey as an artist, her musical motivations and her plans for the future.
Award winning singer/songwriter and recording artist, Doreen Taylor was asked to contribute to an industry piece about the freedoms in the music industry and was quoted on the music site, Musician'sFriend.com about her thoughts on marketing music and getting your art heard.
"For decades, it was virtually impossible for a new artist to emerge onto the music scene without the help of a major label. The industry was controlled by a select group of executives that determined what the world deemed as “good music” and worked very hard to keep that control. Thanks to the internet and the enormous success of such sites like iTunes, YouTube, Facebook, Twitter, etc, artists and songwriters who would have never been able to get their music heard before are now being able to share their music with the world and build up a following.
Having songs on the internet doesn’t mean that you will be guaranteed success on a larger scale to compete with the artists and writers who do have major label support (and the millions of dollars that these labels pump into advertising and marketing). It does allow you to be able to express yourself and be heard in a historically “closed” market, where you can perhaps advance your career to get noticed by reputable publishing companies and artists" stated Taylor
Award winning singer/songwriter Doreen Taylor was recently featured in ELLE Magazine Spain. Veteran journalist Nicole Russin interviewed Taylor in an extremely in depth bilingual feature that landed on ELLE Spain as well as the UK eMagazine, The Comeback.
To read the Spanish interview in Elle Magazine, click HERE!!!
To read the English interview in The Comeback, click HERE!!!
On the heels of a sold-out show at the iconic 'Don't Tell Mama' in the heart of New York City's theater district, international recording artist and award winning songwriter Doreen Taylor adds an extra show as she returns to her roots for one night only at PARADISO located in the up and coming South Philadelphia restaurant row.
Whether she's kicking it out with a full-blown Vegas-style production or seizing the simplicity a small setting can offer, DOREEN TAYLOR knows how to make "Magic" on any stage.
Taylor is returning to the Delaware Valley after THREE sold-out concerts in Philadelphia on her 2013/14 National "MAGIC" Tour and is now trading in the splash and dazzle of those arena shows for something intimately special.
DOREEN TAYLOR: STRIPPED (again), an elegantly revealing evening of unplugged songs and stories from her breakout album, Magic, brings the award-winning recording artist to Philadelphia, Oct. 21st at Paradiso: Restaurant & Wine Bar, 1627 E Passyunk Ave (in the heart of South Philly's restaurant row). Show time is 7:30 p.m. Seating begins 7:00 p.m.
Magic, the album, showcases Doreen's talents as not only a vocalist, but as a songwriter and musician. She prides herself on the raw, emotional vibe of her lyrics and abilities to engage an audience, and DOREEN TAYLOR: STRIPPED (again) affords her the ultimate opportunity in an intimate, personal setting. Weaving acoustic renditions of songs from Magic with narration and story-telling about the making of the album and the woman who crafted it, the show is a rare look into the journey of a fiercely independent artist...complete with a few twists.
Backed by a pair of acoustic musicians in a subdued setting, DOREEN TAYLOR: STRIPPED (again) offers Doreen's unique fusion of soothing vocals, captivating melodies and engaging, upbeat showmanship in an understated homage to her eclectic musical journey.
DOREEN TAYLOR: STRIPPED (again) is a true testament to Doreen's ability as an artist to continually transcend musical boundaries. She does just that on Magic, which The Huffington Post called her "an excellent performing artist to keep your eyes on." Taylor lays out all her emotions on stage to be transported into the hearts and ears of everyone in attendance. Showmanship has always been as important to her as the music behind it. And DOREEN TAYLOR: STRIPPED (again) showcases another side in her evolution as an artist to be reckoned with.
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"What makes me happy is actually the same as my motto in life. “Live, Laugh & Love”
Without these simple things, life isn’t a life worth living. We only have one go at this life- make it count."
Check out this awesome one on one interview with award winning singer/songwriter Doreen Taylor on the celebrity infoMagazine website CelebZter. Check out this great piece as Doreen talks about her strongest passions, music, charitable work and her inspiring motto by clicking HERE!!!
DOREEN TAYLOR STRIPPED (again…): REVEALING EVENING OF SONG AND STORIES RETURNS AWARD-WINNING POPULAR SONGSTRESS TO BROADWAY ROOTS
International Recording Artist and Songwriter Goes Unplugged In Heart of NY Theater District Thursday October 2nd at Don’t Tell Mama
“An excellent performing artist to keep your eyes on” – Huffington Post
Back by popular demand to the Big Apple after a wildly successful sold out New York City stop of her “Magic” tour, the sultry Los Angeles award winning songstress is returning to trade in the splash and dazzle of her sold-out arena concerts for something intimately special.
DOREEN TAYLOR: STRIPPED (again…), an elegantly revealing evening of unplugged songs and stories from her breakout album, Magic, brings the award-winning recording artist back to the heart of New York’s theater district Thursday, Oct. 2nd at Don’t Tell Mama, 343 W 46th Street (betw. 8th & 9th Aves.). Show time is 8 p.m. Seating begins 7:30 p.m. Tickets available NOW at http://strippedagain.brownpapertickets.com or reservations at by calling 212.757.0788 daily after 4 p.m.
Magic, the album, showcases Doreen’s talents as not only a vocalist, but as a songwriter and musician. She prides herself on the raw, emotional vibe of her lyrics and abilities to engage an audience, and DOREEN TAYLOR: STRIPPED (again…) affords her the ultimate opportunity at a world-famous entertainment destination. Weaving acoustic renditions of songs from Magic with narration and story-telling about the making of the album and the woman who crafted it, the show is a rare look into the journey of a fiercely independent artist whose loyal fan base has pushed her social media following to more than 28,000 on Facebook and over 30,000 on Twitter. Several songs from her Magic album were selected by BOSE to be used for all their on-air demonstrations of their Bose Wave Sound System on the world’s #1 home shopping network, QVC and have been prominently featured since 2013.
Backed by acoustic musicians in a subdued setting, DOREEN TAYLOR: STRIPPED (again…) offers Doreen’s unique fusion of soothing vocals, captivating melodies and engaging, upbeat showmanship in an understated homage to her Broadway roots.
It’s not often that a mainstream, popular singer-songwriter does a cabaret-style show off Broadway. DOREEN TAYLOR: STRIPPED (again…) is a true testament to Doreen’s ability as an artist to continually transcend musical boundaries. She does just that on Magic, which yielded the YouTube hit “Last Call (for Alcohol)” with country comfort and, as the Buffalo News points out, “is notable for the diversity of its content. Taylor can do straight-up contemporary music, but she is known to tackle standards like ‘Summertime’ and ‘The Way You Look Tonight’ with equal conviction.” The Huffington Post calls her “an excellent performing artist to keep your eyes on."
Check out the August 2014 issue of Pompano Today talking about all things Doreen Taylor!!! If you are in Florida pick up a copy and if not, check out the magazine online by clicking HERE
Also, check out the additional questions that didn't make it into the magazine. Click HERE to read the extended interview!!
NPCA names Taylor an Ambassador to National Parks
Join the National Parks Conservation Association and special guest Doreen Taylor for an important message about connecting young people to America’s national parks heading into their 2016 centennial. Taylor, who released a song benefiting the organization in April, will also be named an NPCA Ambassador to national parks. Taylor is an award-winning singer/songwriter.
WHO: National Parks Conservation Association representatives and supporters; award-winning songstress Doreen Taylor; local chapters of the Boys & Girls Clubs of America
WHEN: July 16, 2014 : 1:00-1:30 p.m.
WHERE: Independence National Historical Park, 520 Chestnut Street, Philadelphia, PA 19106 (People’s Plaza is located at 5th and Market, one block north of Independence Hall, on the east side of the block containing the Liberty Bell and President’s House.)
WHAT: The National Parks Conservation Association (NPCA) has enlisted country-rock songstress Doreen Taylor’s help to connect new audiences to America’s national parks. On July 16, Taylor will join NPCA and local chapters of the Boys & Girls Clubs of America at Independence National Historical Park for an event celebrating our parks and encouraging young people to get out and explore them this summer.
As we approach the centennial of our national parks in 2016, NPCA has prioritized connecting younger, more diverse audiences to our national parks. In recent years, fewer young people have visited, even though many of the 401 national parks are in urban settings with easy access.
Earlier this year, Taylor was chosen by the organization to create an anthem in support of national parks. The song, Colors of the USA, was inspired by her childhood memories of road trips to national parks. NPCA receives a portion of all proceeds from the song, which can be downloaded at www.colorsoftheusa.org.
“We are thrilled that Doreen Taylor has become an official NPCA Ambassador and that she shares our strong desire to connect new audiences to America’s national parks,” said NPCA Pennsylvania Program Manager Matt Elliott. “In order for national parks to remain relevant into their second century, we must prioritize connecting to a new generation and Doreen has helped us do that.”
At the event, Taylor will join NPCA to express strong support for this centennial effort. Children from the Boys & Girls Clubs of America will be treated to a field trip at Independence National Historical National Park following the brief media gathering.
"When I was a child, my parents would drive my family across country (Yes, just like National Lampoon’s Vacation) and we would stop in the most random of places to eat or just visit. I would always be amazed at how different these towns were from my own and as a child it was so intriguing to me to just watch and observe. Everyone knew each other. People would hold the door for each other. They would sit in the town center and just have conversations. Things were not rushed and people took the time to just be nice to each other. The people that make up these towns are the true pulse of America. They live their lives working honest jobs and value the more important things in life, like hard work, family and friends. I wish more people were like that," Taylor passionately described her love of American small towns.
“They are the treasures we fight to protect everyday and the gifts that we cannot take for granted,” award winning country singer/songwriter Doreen Taylor said to the Epoch Times in an exclusive interview about her new song "Colors of the USA" and her work with the National Parks Conservation Association. In this in depth one on one interview, Epoch Times journalist, Tara MacIsaac talked to the rising star about her inspiration for writing this new anthem that was recently named the 'Official Song of the National Parks Conservation Association'.
“I would have to say Yellowstone is one of the national parks that has had the most impact on me,” Taylor told Epoch Times. “To this day I still remember what it felt like at the mere age of 7, standing in front of the Lower Falls in Yellowstone; as a rainbow appeared a single bird flew overhead. It was one of the most touching and memorable moments of my life and that was my inspiration for ‘Colors of the USA.’”
To see the entire interview in it's entirety, please click HERE!
It's finally here!!!!!!!!
Official music video of Doreen Taylor performing "Colors of the USA" (The Official Song of the National Parks Conservation Association)
Executive Producer: CB Entertainment
Music video directed By Nayip Ramos
Produced by 5840 Productions
50% from every download of the song will be donated to the National Parks Conservation Association (http://www.npca.org) to help protect and preserve the US National Parks for future generations.
Lyrics and more info available at: www.colorsoftheusa.org
(C)(P) 2014 Doreen Taylor Music, LLC - All Rights Reserved
It's here! The exclusive, world premiere of the new music video for award winning singer/songwriter, Doreen Taylor's new song benefiting the National Parks Conservation Association, "Colors of the USA". Directed by amazing visionary Nayip Ramos and shot in the Santa Monica Mountains National Recreation Area, this video embodies the heart and soul of what I envisioned when I created the song to help get new audiences out to the National Parks. The video is found ONLY at the entertainment website 'Monsters and Critics' for the first 24hrs and then available to the public via www.colorsoftheusa.org
Check out the exclusive premiere on Monsters and Critics HERE!!!
Check out the recent summer edition of the National Parks Magazine and you may recognize a familiar face on pages 16-17. National Parks Magazine is the official magazine of the National Parks Conservation Association and is a quarterly publication delivered to hundreds of thousands of homes of supporters and lovers of the US National Parks across the United States. Award winning singer/songwriter Doreen Taylor was featured in this 2 page spread about her new song "Colors of the USA" directly benefiting the NPCA and our country's National Parks. Recently dubbed the 'Official Song of the National Parks Conservation Association', "Colors of the USA" was created to honor these national treasures, help raise money to protect them and to help increase park attendance; especially by the millennial generation.
50% of every download of the song will be directly donated to the NPCA and can be downloaded exclusively at the COLORS OF THE USA Official Website.
This week's lady crush for the fashion blog "From the Hamptons to Hollywood" goes to southern-rock singer/songwriter Doreen Taylor who's making a big splash on the music scene. Doreen's appearance on H2H fits perfectly because her old-Hollywood style is killer.
Check out this awesome feature and spread by clicking HERE
Small Business Trendsetters featured award winning singer/songwriter Doreen Taylor in a wonderful one on one interview about the rising superstar's recent collaboration with the National Parks Conservation Association and other charitable work with organizations like St. Judes Children's Research Hospital and Big Brothers Big Sisters.
Read this in depth article about the artist's love for children's charities and family values by clicking HERE.
Iconic musical legends Lynyrd Skynyrd, Alabama, Bon Jovi, Journey and now Doreen Taylor have been interviewed and featured on Gary James' rock and roll cult website www.classicbands.com. Taylor is included in the who's who of music royalty and gives a very candid one on one interview with the high profile site.
"It's a great honor to be included with so many of my own personal musical influences. To see your name along side the artists that inspired you to create your own music is pretty surreal. I owe a lot to these legends and I am thrilled to be included with them, if even in a small way" Taylor said.
To read the interview, please click HERE!!
Award winning songstress, Doreen Taylor stopped by the BitesizeTV Studios in Los Angeles, CA on May 15th to talk about her new song "Colors of the USA" and her collaboration with the National Parks Conservation Association on "The Girl Spot". The LIVE daytime talk show broadcasts from the heart of Hollywood & Vine and features a panel of of comediennes, entertainment personalities, and various experts dishing on current events, the latest trends, pop culture and all things girlie.
Watch Doreen's exclusive interview on BitesizeTV's "The Girl Spot" HERE!!!
Singer/Songwriter Doreen Taylor stopped by the AfterBuzz TV Studios in Los Angeles, CA to chat about her new song "Colors of the USA" benefiting the NPCA, her album "MAGIC" and much more...
Maria Menounos' AfterBuzz TV's "Spotlight On" edition, is a long form interview series featuring actors, celebrities and TV personalities discussing their thoughts, passions and journeys. In this episode host Chloe West interviews Doreen Taylor.
RECAP: Doreen Taylor's 'Colors Of The USA' Milkboy Launch Party | HF® from HYPEFRESH® Magazine on Vimeo.
Last week, award-winning songstress Doreen Taylor released her new single, “Colors of the USA,” which she wrote and produced to benefit NPCA’s work to protect national parks; 50% of all proceeds from the song will go directly to the National Parks Conservation Association.
The Park Advocate is the National Parks Conservation Association’s blog for news, multimedia, and opinions on America’s national parks and the issues they face. They recently sat down one on one with Doreen Taylor about their partnership of the new song "Colors of the USA", the world premiere at the Salute to the Parks Gala at the Newseum in Washington DC on April 9th and much more.
The new single "Colors of the USA" benefiting the National Parks Conservation Association is officially here! Available exclusively via www.colorsoftheusa.org. Check out the new anthem honoring our National Parks and their upcoming 100th Anniversary. 50% of the proceeds from each download will be donated to the NPCA to help protect our National Parks for future generations.
AWARD WINNING COUNTRY-ROCK SONGSTRESS DOREEN TAYLOR ANNOUNCES PARTNERSHIP TO WRITE AND PERFORM ANTHEM FOR THE NATIONAL PARKS CONSERVATION ASSOCIATION IN HONOR OF THE NATIONAL PARKS CENTENNIAL
SONG AVAILABLE FOR DOWNLOAD 12:00am EST FRIDAY, APRIL 11TH, 2014
Exclusively at www.colorsoftheusa.org
WASHINGTON, D.C. - After receiving an overwhelming response from her National 2013/2014 “MAGIC” Tour Kick-off Concert and selling out dozens of shows across America including Los Angeles, New York City and Philadelphia, award-winning songstress Doreen Taylor has been honorably chosen to collaborate with the nation’s leading park advocacy organization, the nonprofit National Parks Conservation Association, on a song about national parks which she will be performing the world premiere at the Salute to the Parks Gala in Washington D.C. on Wednesday, April 9th.
Doreen Taylor’s song, “COLORS OF THE USA” is available to the public for download EXCLUSIVELY at www.colorsoftheusa.org beginning at 12:00am (Midnight) EST on Friday, April 11, 2014. A percentage of the proceeds will be donated to NPCA to help advance their mission to protect our national parks. The official WORLD PREMIERE of the song will be performed at the SALUTE TO THE PARKS GALA in Washington, D.C. on Wednesday, April 9, 2014 at the Newseum (555 Pennsylvania Ave NW, Washington, DC 20001). The event is invite-only and not open to the public.
“Colors of the USA” showcases Doreen’s talents as not only a vocalist, but as a songwriter and musician. Taylor has been known in the music industry as a “force to be reckoned with” for the raw, emotional vibe of her lyrics, stunning vocals and multiple abilities to engage an audience.
Dubbed by the Huffington Post as “an excellent performing artist to keep your eyes on,” Taylor’s collaboration with NPCA is an extra special honor for her because it supports an organization committed to protecting and enhancing our national parks.
“I am a huge supporter of the preservation of America, our history and of our National Parks so I am so excited to be writing and performing such a moving and inspirational tribute to support the work of NPCA as Americans prepare to celebrate the 100th anniversary of our national parks.
The National Parks Conservation Association’s (www.npca.org) mission is to protect and enhance America’s National Park System for present and future generations. NPCA is an independent, nonpartisan voice working to address major threats facing the National Park System. NPCA was established in 1919, just three years after the National Park Service. Stephen Mather, the first director of the Park Service, was one of their founders and felt strongly that the national parks would need an independent voice—outside the political system—to ensure these places remained unimpaired for future generations. Now, nearly one hundred years later, NPCA has more than 800,000 members and supporters. In addition to their LEED-certified national headquarters in Washington, D.C., NPCA has 24 regional and field offices around the country.
“Doreen’s incredible voice and her beautiful song have the power to connect people to America’s most glorious places, our national parks. We are grateful for her support to help protect our national parks for the future.” - Clark Bunting, President and CEO of the National Parks Conservation Association.
Doreen’s homegrown grassroots upbringing gave way to a sudden and remarkable career at an early age when her town, family, congregation and most importantly Doreen herself, realized the true power and strength of her voice. While some singers feel performing since childhood has burned them out or shown them the wrong side of the industry, she believes her young start has only made her stronger as a vocalist, songwriter and performer. With viral YouTube hits such as "Judgment Day" off her breakout, debut country/rock solo album "Magic," Doreen's music has been touted as a "blend of the late 80s to early 90s slow pace southern rock with a touch of the bad-ass girl music that is popular today" by All American Country Music! With a Masters in Opera Performance, Taylor has played numerous leading roles in various companies on and off Broadway and released three albums before taking the jump into country/rock music and wrote all the songs on the album "Magic" which garnered her the “2012 Suggested Artist of the Year” Award from the ‘Song of the Year’ international songwriting competition. Doreen's music videos, "Last call (for Alcohol)," "Heartbeat" and "Summertime" landed on the 'Top 100 Country Official Music Videos of the Week' chart at the same time! A proud supporter of numerous local and national charities, Doreen is committed to making a positive change in various communities and across the nation.
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Southern rock singer/songwriter, Doreen Taylor sat down one on one with the editor of Vanity52.com backstage at the TLA in Philadelphia, PA before the star's sold out concert on January 24th. Check out this great read and what she had to say about fellow celebrities in the public eye and her excitement about taking the stage for her tour's grand finale show!
To read the whole interview: CLICK HERE
Following her sold out grand finale show at the Theater of Living Arts in Philadelphia, PA on January 24th, award winning singer/songwriter and internet sensation, Doreen Taylor stopped by the Olivia Wilder show on Thursday, February 6th to chat with the celebrity talk show host about her hugely successful 2013/14 national "Magic" tour and upcoming projects. Check out this roaringly hilarious interview and click the link above!!
Check out this fabulous interview in the LA based magazine, ATOD Magazine of rising southern rock artist Doreen Taylor. Check out the feature that made the editor say,
"*A Note from the Editor: I want to say thank you to Doreen. You not only inspire your audiences and fans but you’ve inspired me as well. Reading about everything you’re doing is encouraging and truly motivating. Every day we can make a difference and it is an honor to share your story and just how you are making a difference everywhere you go. XO"
Breakout Southern Rock singer/songwriting star, Doreen Taylor stopped by the WFMZ Channel 69 Studios in Allentown, PA last Monday morning January 20th to promote her sold out concert at the TLA in Philadelphia!! Check out this truly incredible live performance of Summertime and Judgment Day as Doreen performs acoustically with bandmates, Joe Mass and Ian Scattareggia.
