Growing up, my best friend’s family was like a second home to me. I could walk across the street, any time of night or day, and be welcomed with open arms by her parents, and siblings. Today, my blog is about the oldest of these 5 children. Rob Taylor.
Rob Taylor is a man of many talents, from being an amazing musician with talents in almost every instrument, he is also a great photographer, a devoted father, and a husband to his wife Laurie. I focus on his musical talents in this piece, and his newest of five albums, and the song that stuck out to myself, and my husband most on this album.
I have to admit, as long as I can remember, I have been one of Rob’s biggest fans, aside from his family of course. When I learned of his newest release “Sun In A Box” I new I needed a copy. Everyone told me, “You are going to love Reach Out.” I picked up my copy and rushed off to get into the car for my ride home that day, and immediately forwarded through all the songs on the album to number 11. (Which is available to listen to on his website)
I could relate to the song so much because I am the mother of two little boys, and I could understand that feeling that he was actually able to put into words, and make a beautiful song. I asked Rob, about Reach Out, and how it came to be.
“My son’s first gift to me was a song. He hadn’t been born yet, but I knew him. I knew how he would come into this world; into love and into a happy home. That is what the song is about; it is a warm welcome home.”
“I wrote “Reach Out” very quickly. It was almost like recalling a happy memory or greeting an old friend. If I got stuck on a note or a word, I would picture myself singing it to him while putting him to sleep and I would always be inspired.”
Those words struck me as a parent, because I could relate. I just wish I had the talent to put all those unspoken feelings into an actual musical piece. Unfortunately for me, not only am I not musically inclined, but sometimes I lack the still to properly explain what I am trying to get out. (HaHa!)
The way you can tell a real talented musician from someone out there that is trying to make a quick buck is by something Rob said to me.
I’ve since sung both of my boys to sleep with a song completely inspired by them! We’ve used “Reach Out” on countless family slideshows and it is touching to watch my sons grow with my song as the soundtrack. If my music never makes it far passed the walls of our own home, I’ll still have that first gift I was given: a song that can welcome new life into my home and the happy homes of my posterity for future generations. That is a gift!”
Not caring whether or not you make millions off of your album, or just doing it for the love of the music is what sets real musicians aside. Rob Taylor by far is one of the realist musicians out there.
I hope everyone will take the time to check out his music. I like to classify him as “light clean rock” appropriate for all ages, no need to sensor anything from your children, which is another reason I love the music myself.
You can check out Rob Taylor on his Website http://www.Robtaylor.com
You can also find Rob on Facebook. Check out Rob Taylor’s Fan Page
