Alex Taylor

UK based singer-songwriter and multi-instrumental loop pedal artist.
Already compared by reviewers to the likes of Bill Withers, John Martyn, Damien Rice, Jack Garrett, Sting and Jeff Buckley, Alex Taylor is one of the shining lights of the acoustic scene and a troubadour of world‐class standing. When you see him perform live, prepare yourself for an energetic and passionate vocal performance, dextrous and original acoustic playing and some dynamic loop pedal trickery for good measure.

Drawing on varied influences from a wide musical spectrum, Alex’s unique style splices elements of soul, nu-folk and electronica to place his powerful, shape‐shifting voice firmly in the spotlight.

His critically acclaimed debut album features performances from members of
The Invisible, Newton Faulkner, Phantom Limb, Portishead & Massive Attack.

Alex has been touring extensively, notching up hundreds of gigs in this past year alone, with previous support slots including Roachford, Jack Savoretti and Michael Kiwanuka.

New EP on Spotify and a brand new album set for later this year!


[Reviews]

“Sublime... Buckley-esque singer songwriter” – Time Out

“Echoes of Bill Withers' jazzy folky soul” – Q Magazine

“Alex Taylor is a genius with a loop pedal... and his voice is stunning” – Metro

“The burnished baritone...
who sounds like a calmer, more soulful Sting”
– The Guardian ****

“Dynamic solo shows, using pedals and loops
to create a wall of sound”
– Maverick Magazine ****

“An intriguing mix... which elevates the songs above the usual singer-songwriter fare"
– Acoustic Magazine ****

“An accomplished debut... His gritty, committed vocal adds force to the superior-grade Songwriting. If you like Damien Rice, you’ll find much to enjoy here”
– Guitarist Magazine ****

"Alex Taylor is One to Watch...Seek out his debut CD. If you like John Martyn,
you may well love this guy"
– Blues & Soul Magazine

"Taylor throws the kind of twistedly beautiful shapes on acoustic guitar that recall John Martyn, while his voice is a scratchy, committed thing that can walk across a falsetto tightrope with poise or howl like a wounded animal. An impressive introduction"
– R2 Magazine

“A singer songwriter with a compelling voice... Alex Taylor’s songs are finely crafted and topped off with interesting guitar arrangements, all of which adds up to a fine performer”
– Venue Magazine

"Taylor's debut LP displays quality songcraft... as well as John Martyn-esque jazz inflections"
– Paul Sexton, BBC Radio 2