Taylor Loren

Newcomer Taylor Loren has already gotten the nod from Nashville Songwriters' Association International receiving the accolade as "One to Watch." She's working hard at honing her songwriting craft and was recently invited to the Play for Publishers three day workshop at the Bluebird Cafe. "It's an honor to be included with such talented up and coming songwriters and of course to be able to play at the Bluebird," she says. Loren first and foremost aspires to be a successful songwriter. However, she enjoys performing and playing whether it be acoustically or with her band.

She's been playing guitar and singing since the age of ten when she got her first guitar for Christmas. She grew up listening to Patsy Cline, Dixie Chicks and Johnny Cash. Loren loves playing the oldies and is excited by the country music's return to a more traditional sound. She's inspired by Chris Stapleton, Aubrie Sellers, Haily Whitters and Maren Morris. "It's refreshing to see country music going back to its roots," says Loren.

Currently, Loren is working on a full album for an end of 2016 release. She's looking forward to creating a raw, traditional sound that reflects her vulnerability as an artist. "I'm constantly growing and evolving as an artist, and right now I'm just enjoying the journey." And, it's going to be really exciting to see where that journey leads Loren.