Taylor Hicks Inspired.....

noreply@blogger.com (Taylor's Angels) — Sat, 02 May 2009 03:41:00 +0000

Maybe You Should - Taylor Hicks

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Taylor Hicks Live At The Roxy!

noreply@blogger.com (Taylor's Angels) — Thu, 19 Mar 2009 17:33:00 +0000

Taylor Hicks performed at the Roxy in L.A. on March 18th. Here is his performance of the song "Nineteen" off his new CD "The Distance". For more information on Taylor's schedule with Grease and other live appearances go to: www.taylorhicks.com

Video courtesy of HeatherlovesClay

La Times Review:

American Idol" Season 5 winner Taylor Hicks put on a show at the Roxy Theatre on Wednesday night, performing a long set with energetic charisma, reminiscent of Maroon 5 frontman Adam Levine, who I saw play the same stage nearly seven years ago. With Candance Devine opening, the place was relatively full, despite the bumpy run-up the show had with free tickets being given away on goldstar.com. Hicks was scheduled to start at 10 p.m., and by 10:19 p.m. with no sight of him, fans began chanting "Taylor! Taylor! Taylor!" The curtain rose several minutes later.

He opened with "The Distance," the title track from his latest album, which was released March 10. Dressed in a black shirt, black blazer and jeans, Hicks looked slender and handsome onstage. With his "Soul Patrol" guitar strap, backing band of six and a fellow "Idol" alum, Season 7's Michael Johns, in the crowd supporting him, Hicks was ready to party all night long.

The fans were too. Elba Edelstein came out from Culver City to see her favorite "Idol." She'd previously seen him in an "American Idol" concert, as well as on his 2007 tour, on Cinco de Mayo in Las Vegas. Edelstein, who had a girlfriend along for the ride, smiled wide and said "I can't wait!" before the show. Another woman I spoke with was seeing him in concert for the ninth time, as well as 10 times on Broadway in Grease -- the 11th night she opted for Chicago. Most female fans were dressed up, some in sequins, had drinks in hand and were eager to see the main event. Men were less visibly thrilled, yet definitely present -- some dragged by wives. A man next to me was performing his duty as photographer with a small digital camera as his mega-fan wife roamed the venue for an ideal view.

Hicks didn't shy away from his signature funky dance moves, but his strong voice held its own against all the instruments involved -- including harmonica and tambourine. He dedicated "Nineteen," the fourth song on "The Distance," to all the troops, calling it a "war hero story." "What's Right Is Right" was the highlight, as on the album, but he left it too near the end of the set, so many missed it. Droves of people filed out soon after 11 p.m. although Hicks kept performing past midnight. The loyal fans who stayed were raucous and enjoyed saying "cheers" to Hicks, who had a Budweiser. It might not have been a sellout, but Taylor Hicks fans got what they came for, a hearty helping of their favorite gray fox -- enough to last until they can catch "Grease."

--Leslie Anne Wiggins L.A. Times

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The Distance by Taylor Hicks

noreply@blogger.com (Taylor's Angels) — Mon, 09 Mar 2009 02:27:00 +0000

Available NOW!

A word from Taylor ....

Tuesday, March 10, 2009
The Distance

Hello,

Well the day is finally here release day of" The Distance". I am writting you all to express how excited I am for everyone to really get a chance to listen to the record!! I also want to send a BIG THANK YOU to all of the fans, friends and family and staff who have worked so hard on this record. I really am in a comfortable place with where I want to be as an entertainer.. I wanted to record songs that can really come to life from a live standpoint as well..There is a wonderful and savy plan in place for working this record for an extended amount of time. We are still holding some exciting things for the second single as well!! I'm also excited about touring with the Broadway show "Grease" because it allows me to really be with new and old fans all across the country again and I get to sing the single every night as well... I will tour this record. I believe that people have to also understand that the buisness of tour production is challenging to say the least. Also I just want to pass along that I will be overhauling the HQ site soon with a brand new look and alot more insight to what's happening out here on the road. If u haven't noticed I'm starting to warm up to those blogs!! Thanks for being fans..This year plans to be a lot of FUN. So enjoy The Distance..I will..Best..Taylor

(from Taylor's Myspace Page)

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Taylor Hicks... "The Distance" Coming to AOL

noreply@blogger.com (Taylor's Angels) — Wed, 25 Feb 2009 19:39:00 +0000

"The Distance" by Taylor Hicks, will be on AOL the week of March 2. Watch for the preview of this highly anticipated album. Aol had a preview earlier this week and the CD is phenominal!

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Taylor Hicks.... What's Right is Right - THE VIDEO!

noreply@blogger.com (Taylor's Angels) — Tue, 17 Feb 2009 04:32:00 +0000

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An Interview With Jake Davis - The Director of Taylor Hicks' New Music Video

noreply@blogger.com (Taylor's Angels) — Mon, 16 Feb 2009 02:51:00 +0000

Taylor's Angels had the pleasure interviewing Jake Davis,the director of Taylor Hicks' new music video for his single, "What's Right Is Right". This young director is incredibly talented and extremely accomplished.

TA: You are an incredibly talented person. Do your talents extend to art and/or playing musical instruments?

Jake: Thank you so much. I don't play any instruments but I have a great appreciation for all musicians. I also have a great respect for the arts and consider filmmaking in a lot of ways a craft, as well as an artform. So in that regard I consider myself an artist. I guess it depends what day you ask me.

TA: A lot of people view "film" as a hobby since they are not able to make a career out of it. What are your hobbies?

Jake: I really enjoy tennis, photography, and fashion.

TA: How important is it for you to "know" and understand your subjects? What kind of research do you do before beginning a new project?

Jake: Research is an essential part of my creative process. I think the better you understand an artist the better the music video is going to be. Before starting a video the most important part of creating is absorbing yourself in the music. And for me I always get a feeling from the music and start from there.

TA: How did your association with Taylor come about?

Jake: An amazing music video commissioner, Melinda Kelly, who actually got me my first music video sent my awesome rep and executive producer, Kerri Kleiner, "What's Right Is Right" and really wanted me to direct the video. They scheduled a phone date for me and Taylor to talk about the song and the creative vision of the music.

TA: Tell us about the creative process that goes into making a video. Who came up with the idea for this video?

Jake: After listening to the record a ton of times I got a few key iconic visual images in my head. I ran those by Taylor and he told me emotionally where he was coming from with the song. Also lyrically what the song meant to him. We brainstormed some important narrative elements that made sense for both of us. With this video it was a really great collaboration artist to artist.

TA: Compare Taylor with other artists with whom you have worked.

Jake: Working with Taylor was awesome. He put a lot of trust in me and was committed to the video 110%. We talked constantly through out the process and I think it really shows in the video. We were going to make a great video no matter what... Nothing was going to stop us.

TA: Since this is Taylor’s first video, was there any particular advice you offered him?

Jake: Taylor is a natural in front of the camera and has performed forever so on that level there isn't much direction he needed. I made it a point of always keeping him informed of what the scene was about emotionally and he was really amazing at evoking the emotion of the song.

TA: Can you share some stories about the making of the video that the fans would enjoy?

Jake: Something that really impressed me with Taylor was we were coming to the end of the shoot. About hour eighteen of the day and Taylor wasn't satisfied with a take. And I was pretty sure we got the shot but Taylor wanted to do another. Now we were shooting through a blizzard in Chicago with temperatures in the single digits and this was the middle of the night. Now a lot of artists and actors would have stopped shooting and gone back to their trailer to drink some hot cocoa. But Taylor wanted another take and that kind of dedication I really respect from my talent and it ultimately shows in the video.

TA: What are your goals for the field?

Jake: I'd love to make films till the day I can't make films anymore and enjoy the experience with as many amazing people as I can.

TA: What future work will we be seeing from you?

Jake: I just wrapped on a commercial shoot for skate/streetwear brand Supreme. Those spots will be coming out in March. We're lining up more music videos for the coming months and growing the Kleiner Inc. production company. I'm finishing up my short film, Coolhunter, which will lead me into feature films. I also run a style blog where I throw in some of my film work as well. You can keep up with the kid at: http://jakedavis.typepad.com

Jake: Thanks so much for the love and support! I hope you enjoy the video!!! I really have to say the fans have been behind us 110% and that means a lot. So thanks again!!!

Important links:

http://www.kleinerinc.com
http://www.jakedavisfilms.com

Taylor's Angels would like to thank Jake for taking time from his busy schedule to answer these questions. We wish Jake much continued success!

For more questions and answers with Jake Davis visit:
The Taylor Hicks Community !

Watch for the world premiere of Taylor Hicks' music video "What's Right Is Right", on Yahoo Video February 17!

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Taylor Hicks at Disney's American Idol Experience!

noreply@blogger.com (Taylor's Angels) — Thu, 12 Feb 2009 15:54:00 +0000

Can't take the day off and go to Disney today? Don't worry the American Idol Experience Press Event will be streamed live via webcam today! Taylor Hicks and all your favorite Idols will be at the motorcade and blue carpet event from 4:00 to 6:45 pm EST. So make sure to tune in and catch all the fun!

Celebrities Scheduled To Appear:

Paula Abdul
David Archuleta
Fantasia Barrino
Bo Bice
Jason Castro
David Cook
Bucky Covington
Diana DeGarmo
Melinda Doolittle
Simon Fuller (Idol Creator)
Josh Gracin
Justin Guarini
Taylor Hicks
Michael Johns
LaKisha Jones
Kimberley Locke
Sanjaya Malakar
Mandisa
Syesha Mercado
Ryan Seacrest
Chris Sligh
Carly Smithson
Jordin Sparks
Phil Stacey
Ruben Studdard
Carrie Underwood
Brooke White
Ace Young

Click here to watch from the Studios Central Site:

Live Stream From Disney's Hollywood Studios

If you missed the live web event, you can catch all the media and recaps at:

The Taylor Hicks Community

!

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Taylor Hicks In Baltimore

noreply@blogger.com (Taylor's Angels) — Fri, 06 Feb 2009 15:25:00 +0000

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Win A Date With Taylor Hicks! Taylor Calls In To Regis and Kelly!

noreply@blogger.com (Taylor's Angels) — Mon, 02 Feb 2009 15:09:00 +0000

Regis and Kelly are hosting a Valentine contest and you can win a date with Taylor Hicks! Taylor called the show this morning and spoke with them.....

Taylor's Angels www.taylorsangels.blogspot.com

For more information log in at : Live With Regis and Kelly

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Taylor Hicks.....What's Right Is Right

noreply@blogger.com (Taylor's Angels) — Fri, 23 Jan 2009 19:04:00 +0000

The highly anticipated single "What's Right is Right" will be available for purchase on Amazon and iTunes January 27th. A video of the song will follow and Taylor's new CD "The Distance" will be released on March 10th! Taylor will continue to tour with Grease and promote his own music in clubs at each city. For all the latest details, media and upcoming events visit : www.taylorhicks.com.

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Taylor Hicks.... The Windy City Stop

noreply@blogger.com (Taylor's Angels) — Fri, 09 Jan 2009 14:15:00 +0000

Taylor is in the windy city for the 2 week run of Grease. He stopped by CBS2 studio for an interview and performance of "Hold On To Your Love" from his Early Works CD. Taylor will also perform at Martyrs!

Watch the interview HERE!

Taylor Hicks Media Campaign For The Distance

noreply@blogger.com (Taylor's Angels) — Thu, 08 Jan 2009 21:25:00 +0000

Taylor Hicks and his marketing/distribution team of Artist 2 Market and My Rocket Science have released a major media campaign for his upcoming CD The Distance.

For all the latest information visit: www.taylorhicks.com.

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Happy New Year to Taylor Hicks and the Soul Patrol!

noreply@blogger.com (Taylor's Angels) — Thu, 01 Jan 2009 00:53:00 +0000

Happy New Year's to Taylor Hicks and the Soul Patrol! We hope you have a blessed and happy 2009! We thought we would bring back this wonderful video, that reminds us of Taylor's accomplishments in 2008. Enjoy! 2009 will bring a new journey for all of us , we look forward to seeing you there!

Trip around the Sun 2008_0001
Uploaded by KarinP

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With Inspiration from Taylor Hicks, Happy Holidays from Taylor's Angels!

noreply@blogger.com (Taylor's Angels) — Sun, 21 Dec 2008 05:14:00 +0000

As we enjoy family and friends during this holiday season, we are reminded of the many blessings we have shared within the Soul Patrol Community. Not even two years ago, we each were separate, not knowing the boundless opportunities and friendships that waited as Taylor Hicks captured his dream. Now, our community is like a tapestry, woven together to support the career and artistry of the phenomenal talent of Taylor Hicks.

In celebration of the incredible accomplishments of individuals and groups within the Soul Patrol and to wish Taylor Hicks a joyous holiday season we, with your help, compiled this video that is now on it's way to Taylor himself! Our heartfelt gratitude is extended to each of you who assisted us in making this keepsake 2008 DVD.

Merry Chirstmas, Taylor! from Taylor's Angels on Vimeo

For those who participated, a complimentary copy is on the way! Thanks also for your support throughout the year in our efforts to help others in need and to “Tay it Forward”!

And finally to Taylor himself:

Thank you for giving of yourself and making a difference in so many lives. As you have blessed us, it is our prayer that you and your family and friends will have a joyous holiday season and that the New Year be full of blessings!

Merry Christmas and a wonderfully successful 2009! May God continue to bless and guide you!

~ Leslie, Tina and Teri

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Taylor Hicks... On The Road Again!

noreply@blogger.com (Taylor's Angels) — Fri, 05 Dec 2008 16:00:00 +0000

Taylor Hicks is on the road again reprising his role as "Teen Angel" in the national touring production of Grease! He has just finished recording a new CD which is due to be released February 10th, along with a new DVD called "Whomp At The Warfield".
Taylor will also start his own national tour later in 2009!
According to Taylor, the fans will get a preview of the single from that CD, during the Grease shows once the single is released.

" Once the album is finished, I will be doing a single off of the record. And then I will be doing a very intimate national club tour alongside the Grease tour, hopefully in each market we perform in. I'm pretty excited that the new music will start to grow legs from a live perspective. I'm actually going into really cool, intimate clubs across the country, performing new material before I go out on tour myself." ~ Taylor Hicks (interview with Sherry Lipton)

Taylor In The Studio

"My idea for this record was to try and find the greatest songs I possibly could. For me, having the time to be able to write and to be able to have those songs around me for an extended amount of time... I wanted to kind of live with the songs for awhile. I feel like my instincts on Idol were very similar to my instincts on this record. I've tried to really put great songs around me. In today's music - if you buy a CD, a whole album of songs - a lot of the songs are often similar in the way that they sound. But for me, there's a lot of different styles that I think are reflective of my artistic expression. I think with this record I've been able to hopefully take the listener on a musical journey into the songs I've written, and a lot of them touch on different styles. But the common thread is my voice. There's a lot of storytelling in the songs. I've been able to hop into different genres and pull out the greatest music that I can." ~ Taylor Hicks ( interview with Sherry Lipton)

For more information on Grease tour dates please visit : www.taylorhicks.com

Taylor's Angels wishes Taylor Hicks all the best on his new journey! See ya on the road!

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In the Spirit of Thanksgiving, Taylor Hicks Fans Bring Smiles to Children

noreply@blogger.com (Taylor's Angels) — Fri, 21 Nov 2008 22:11:00 +0000

Give a smile to a child…

The Official Soul Patrol and The Taylor Hicks Community Birmingham Angel Tree

The bright lights of Christmas may be a little dim this year. We can change that…at least in a few Birmingham homes. This is a year when we really need to give from our hearts and provide a happy Christmas for another group of Birmingham area children this year. The 2008 Angel Tree is up and decorated. Angels are waiting for you to adopt them.

The OfficialSoulPatrol.com and The Taylor Hicks Community have teamed up with the Birmingham Salvation Amy to operate their own online Angel Tree.

Last year, TheOfficialSoulPatrol.com and The Taylor Hicks Community provided a much- needed Christmas to 10 children in Taylor’s home town with over $1,000 in donations and gifts.

The 2008 Angel Tree is like the ones you find in the mall each year. Presents of new toys and clothing are given to children of needy families in the Birmingham area. The Angel Tree will be done completely online, and the gifts you buy will be boxed up and mailed back to the Birmingham Salvation Army. Or, if you prefer, you can make a cash or credit card donation to the Angel Tree project via the link on the 2008 Angel Tree. ANY amount that you can give will be greatly appreciated. All donations will first be used for gifts for children on the Angel Tree. Any leftover funds will be used to adopt additional Angels from one of the other Birmingham Salvation Army’s Angel Trees. A Birmingham area super shopper will buy and deliver the presents to the Salvation Army.

The last day that you can adopt an Angel or make a donation online is November 30, 2008. All gifts must be received by the Birmingham Salvation Army no later than December 5, 2008. Complete information about purchasing and mailing gifts for your Angel will be sent to you with the Angel Card when you adopt an Angel.

Please adopt a Birmingham Angel!

For more information, click here:

http://www.theofficialsoulpatrol.com/Angel_Tree.html

Know the real spirit and joy of the Holidays. As we all celebrate with our family and friends, we can also light up the faces of our Birmingham Angels who will have the fun and excitement of opening presents!

Give generously from your heart!

Happy Thanksgiving from Taylor’s Angels!

At this time of the year, we are always reminded of the bountiful blessings received throughout the year. In our refection of this past year, we count each of you a true blessing and thank you for being a part of our mission- “Taying it Forward”. You have given of yourselves and helped make a difference in the lives of others. Because of you, we can look to the months ahead and know that many more people who would not otherwise have the opportunity will enjoy the phenomenal talents of Taylor Hicks and his music.

As you have blessed us with your generosity, we sincerely hope that you and your family will have a “bountiful harvest” this Thanksgiving!

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Taylor Hicks' New England Soul Patrol Inspires Others to Give

noreply@blogger.com (Taylor's Angels) — Mon, 17 Nov 2008 22:26:00 +0000

When people come together with a common goal, anything is possible! That’s been the philosophy of NESP (The New England Soul Patrol) since it’s founding in Portland, Maine in September 2006. This organization started as a regional group supporting the music and artistry of Taylor Hicks. However, the reputation of the NESP has grown beyond the boundaries of the New England states. Taylor Hicks fans from all over the country have now joined in the organization’s unique ways of celebrating the charitable giving inspired by Taylor himself.

Again this holiday season, NESP continues its’ mission of helping children and families in need. Their third annual holiday ornament sale benefits the Home for Little Wanderers, America's oldest (1799) and New England's largest non-profit child and family service agency. The Home provides services to thousands of children and families each year throughout Eastern Massachusetts. Their programs provide mentoring, tutoring and therapeutic assistance, fostering and adoption, residential care, and independent living support for children "aging out" of the foster system.

But beyond the group efforts of NESP, members are spreading their generosity in their own communities.
• Mari crochets and donates hats and scarves to keep our needy neighbors warm.
• Indigo810 bakes pies for Thanksgiving baskets and participates in the Salvation Army’s Angel Tree, which provides new clothing and toys for children of needy families.
• OBG and Indigo810 participate in Operation Christmas Child, which sends millions of shoeboxes filled with gifts to needy children around the world.
• The SegerHicks family donates to the local food pantry and buys gifts for children who have very little.
• Amyrebo donates to the Maine Sea Coast Mission. The Mission provides spiritual, health, and youth programs to coastal and island communities.
• Tricia and Born17yrs2Late donate coats and sweaters to the Windham Women’s Club Annual Coat drive. Born17yrs2Late also rakes leaves for the elderly and Tricia sponsors a child through Operation Santa Claus.
• The Duff family donates to the Vermont Achievement Center, which provides education and support opportunities to children and families in Vermont.
• The THawks family walks in Philadelphia for Brian’s Pride and Juvenile Diabetes Research Foundation.
• Uhadmeatwoohoo donates musical instruments to a Cape Cod after school program.

Taylor’s Angels salutes NESP for their spirit of giving! As they head into another year, we have no doubt that they will continue to live by the credo, “doing well by doing good.”

If you’d like to learn more about NESP, visit the website at http://www.newenglandsoulpatrol.org/.

And once again, Taylor's Angels would like to remind you to send us your pics, greetings and short videos for Taylor's Christmas DVD! If you contribute to NESP or any of the Soul Patrol charities this Christmas, you will receive a FREE high quality copy! Submit them to: taylors_angels@yahoo.com

Written by Tricia, NESP
Edited by Tina (DidNotExpectThat
Taylor Photos by Tina (DidNotExpectThat)

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Join Taylor Hicks to Help Support the Children of Alabama

noreply@blogger.com (Taylor's Angels) — Mon, 10 Nov 2008 18:30:00 +0000

As part of Taylor’s Angels series highlighting various charities that are accomplishing great things this holiday season as a result of the inspiration of Taylor Hicks, we are proud to feature our first charity, Kid One Patrol of Soul (KOPS). KOPS is a very special group who is sponsoring several incredible and fun events that we are sure you will want to support! Remember that all proceeds go to Kid One Transport, one of Taylor’s favorite charities located in his hometown of Birmingham, Alabama. And the best part is not only will you be helping countless children receive much needed medical care, you will also be eligible to win some awesome prizes! Taylor’s Angels is proud to feature the KOPS “Booking it for Kid One”, “Jolly Old St. Nick Hicks Picks” and “A Year Full of Heart and Soul” 2009 Taylor Hicks calendar! We hope that everyone will join together with Taylor and support the children of Alabama!

"Bookin' It For Kid One" Holiday Book Drive!

During the 2007 & 2008 holiday seasons, the Soul Patrol generously donated 3080 Beanie Babies for the children of Kid One Transport! The joy each baby brought to these wonderful children was priceless! The joy those of us who participated felt, was overwhelming! The feeling of making a difference in the lives of the children can never be measured.This year, Kid One has asked KOPS to organize a book drive with the Soul Patrol hoping to collect as many Children and Young Teen books as possible for the 2008 Holiday season. The books will be handed out to each of the children traveling to their medical appointments during the month of December.What a wonderful gift for the kids this year! The ages of the children range between 1 and 18, so please look for books older children would enjoy, as well!Visit your dollar stores or book stores and purchase as many books as you would like to donate to the kids this holiday season. Mail the books directly to Kid One and they will do the rest! Book donations need to be delivered to Kid One by November 22, 2008 so the children can receive their books starting December 1st!KOPS would like to thank those who participate in this project by holding a drawing for a wonderful gift package filled with some very unique Taylor Hicks items along with a one of a kind Soul Patrol necklace.

Purchase and mail at least two books to Kid One Transport for your first chance in the drawing. For every book you purchase thereafter, you will receive additional chances in the drawing!

Please mail your books to:
Kid One Transport
12 Office Park Circle, Suite 115
Birmingham, AL 35223
Attention: Tracee

After you have mailed your books, it is important that you email Karen at dkrice@sprintmail.com. Let her know the number of books you donated and your name will be entered in the drawing to be held December 8.

Your donation is tax deductible.

Join KOPS and Kid One and Play Jolly Old Saint Hicks Picks

Old Saint Hicks has a bag of Goodies for the Soul Patrol!
Play, Pick, Win!

Each player will be given the chance to pick one box which will secretly hold either 1, 2 or 3 chances in a dozen drawings with the opportunity to win one of the following:

· Autographed Harmonica
· Autographed Guitar Shaped Music Box
· Custom designed Soul Patrol Necklace
· Custom Ceramic Plate Painted by Taylor Hicks
· Autographed Alabama Beanie Baby
· Autographed Photo Collage of Taylor Hicks
· Autographed Copy of Heart Full of Soul (2 copies available)
· Autographed Taylor Hicks Bookmark (2 available)
· Framed Photo of Taylor Hicks – The Early Years
· Exclusive Demo Single Recorded by Taylor Hicks

Jolly Old St. Hicks knows his fans have been good this year and wants everyone to win something special. Everyone who chooses to support Kid One by playing will win something from his bag of Goodies, 12 lucky players will win top prizes! The more you play, the better your chances to win!

Let’s Get Started!

1. Visit http://www.kidonepatrolofsoul.com/ and click on Jolly Old St. Hicks photo at the top of the page.
2. Choose one of the three Gift Boxes – Click your box.
3. You will be taken to the KOPS Pay Pal page where you will make your payment of $5 for Kid One Transport.
4. After the payment process has been completed, you will be redirected to a Thank you page where you will learn how many times your name has been entered into the drawing.
5. Play as often as you like – each pick is only $5 and it all goes to help Kid One this Christmas. Each time you play, you will have the chance to win up to 3 tries for the top prizes.

Please email dkrice@sprintmail.com with any questions.

"A Year Full of Heart and Soul" 2009 Taylor Hicks Calendar

The 2006 American Idol winner, Taylor Hicks introduced his fans, the Soul Patrol, to the important service Kid One Transport provides for the children and expectant mothers of Alabama. The Soul Patrol gladly took on the cause to support Kid One and helped to create this wonderful calendar.This full color wall calendar opens to a perfectly sized 11" x 14" and is filled with photos of Taylor Hicks while at concerts, events and appearances. Soul Patrol members added their own touches with pictures of Meet and Greets with Taylor as well as Soul Patrol Buddy shots and birthdays to remember and celebrate.Order your calendars now. Quantities are limited and they will sell out fast!The cost is $20.00 per calendar plus a $2.50 shipping and handling fee per order. To order just click on the link and follow the instructions!

http://z11.invisionfree.com/KOPS/index.php

THANK YOU FOR SUPPORTING KID ONE TRANSPORT!

And please do not forget that by contributing to ANY of these wonderful charities we will be highlighting, you will receive a free copy of the DVD we are putting together for Taylor! If you have not sent in your Christmas greeting for Taylor, you still have time! The deadline is December 1st. Email your pictures, 30 second videos and greetings to : taylors_angels@yahoo.com.

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Happy Halloween Soul Patrol! No Tricks Here, Just Taylor Hicks Treats!

noreply@blogger.com (Taylor's Angels) — Fri, 31 Oct 2008 02:40:00 +0000

Happy Halloween ! We thought it would be fun to take a look back at the Ford commercials during American Idol Season 5! Taylor Hicks and the rest of that wonderful bunch did a fantastic job ! A Halloween Treat for all!

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Taylor's Angels Highlights The Soul Patrol's Spirit of Giving

noreply@blogger.com (Taylor's Angels) — Wed, 22 Oct 2008 17:08:00 +0000

Help make a holiday DVD for Taylor Hicks!

As the holiday season rapidly approaches, we know that many of you would enjoy sending Taylor a special holiday greeting. Many are even involved in holiday projects to help charitable organizations and others in need on Taylor’s behalf. In this spirit of community, Taylor’s Angels will compile a DVD highlighting the efforts of Taylor’s Soul Patrol and also wishing him a joyous 2008 holiday season. The DVD will be given to Taylor as a keepsake of his fan’s efforts during the year. So let’s all get involved and let Taylor know that we are behind him during this special time of the year!

Please submit video greetings no longer than 30 seconds in length, pictures or any other means to highlight yourself or special projects you have been involved with on Taylor’s behalf to taylors_angels@yahoo.com. If you want text added to any picture, you can simply let us know what you want to say in your email and we will do that for you. We will then take each submission and compile the keepsake DVD for Taylor.

Now, here is the special bonus! We would also like to extend the DVD offer to each of you who makes a donation to your board’s designated charity/charities. After confirmation with the board owners, we will send each member who makes a charitable donation on the board’s behalf a free DVD!

In order to compile the DVD, the deadline for submission of video, picture or other media is December 1, 2008. If you have any questions, please email us at taylors_angels@yahoo.com.

Let’s all join together to show Taylor our support and to wish him a very special holiday!

Written by: DNET

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Taylor's Angels Set To Help Those In Need See Grease!

noreply@blogger.com (Taylor's Angels) — Fri, 17 Oct 2008 16:38:00 +0000

Now that Taylor Hicks is touring nationally with Grease, Taylor’s Angels would like to be instrumental in providing tickets to those who would not otherwise have the opportunity to experience a Taylor Hicks performance! We hope to send current fans as well as charitable organizations to his concerts across the country. If you are in need of financial help in obtaining a Grease ticket, know of someone who needs assistance, or can simply recommend a worthy charity in any of the cities in which Grease will play, please email names and contact information to: taylors_angels@yahoo.com. Also let us know the city and date for which you want the ticket provided. We will do our best to meet your need!

If you would like to be a part of “TAYING IT FORWARD” by GIFTING a ticket to either a fan or a charity, you may also email us at: taylors_angels@yahoo.com and let us know that you are on board and ready to help by purchasing a ticket. We want as many as possible to experience a live performance by Taylor and will need the wonderful support of Taylor’s Soul Patrol to make dreams come true for those in need.

In the spirit of Taylor Hicks and his inspiration to us all, we are excited that Taylor is once again touring nationally and that many will be able to experience his wonderful performances!

Click the link below to check out Grease performance dates and venues!

Taylor Hicks

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Taylor Hicks Visits Good Day Alabama!

noreply@blogger.com (Taylor's Angels) — Thu, 09 Oct 2008 14:26:00 +0000

Taylor Hicks was on Fox's Good Day Alabama this morning with news about his upcoming CD, the Grease tour and more!

"The national tour of “Grease” will offer a unique hybrid for Hicks, he says.

“We’re going to cross-promote this record with the `Grease’ tour,” he says. “I’ll be allowed to perform my single in the show on tour.”

Most importantly, it offers fans a chance to experience Hicks live, which he says is crucial to his success."

THE EXPANDED PERFORMANCE IS EXPECTED TO OCCUR AT ALL "GREASE" SHOWS, NOT JUST WHEN THE CD DROPS. SO ALL TOUR THEATER GOERS SHOULD BE ABLE TO ENJOY THIS GREAT ADDITION TO THE PLAY!

Click here to watch the interview !

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Taylor Hicks.. Have A Happy Birthday!

noreply@blogger.com (Taylor's Angels) — Mon, 06 Oct 2008 00:02:00 +0000

HAPPY BIRTHDAY, TAYLOR!!!! On behalf of all of your fans, Taylor's Angels would like to wish you a fabulous birthday and we hope all of your dreams come true! Enjoy your day, Taylor! You deserve it!

In honor of Taylor, we would like to not only celebrate by remembering the mid-70's, including 1976, the year of Taylor's birth. Please click on Taylor's picture below for a fun and funky celebration of the mid-70's.

Birthdays are also for looking back, right? So, we thought we'd revive some favorite fan-made videos from the past couple of years. Enjoy!!

An American Idol Season 5 recap to Living for the City by MyRidesHere:

Dancing Tribute to My Boogie Shoes by rugratnat14

Alabama State of Mind by twitterpated

Heaven Knows by KarinP

OldieButGoodie has made a special Happy Birthday video from the Montgomery Soul Patrol!

And to add the collection we have Karin P.'s "Trip Around the Sun" for 2007-2008.
A wonderful look at Taylor's accomplishments this year!!

Trip around the Sun 2008_0001
Uploaded by KarinP

Click on Taylor's picture to get Funky at the Retro Blog!

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Grease's Kirsten Wyatt Discusses Broadway, Taylor Hicks and American Idol

noreply@blogger.com (Taylor's Angels) — Thu, 04 Sep 2008 20:40:00 +0000

Kirsten Wyatt has been performing on Broadway along side of Taylor Hicks this summer. In the role of Frenchy, Kirsten has watched the ice cream cone descend many times and has listened to the teen angel’s plea to go back to high school. Kirsten has graciously granted Taylor’s Angels an insight into her background, her career and her thoughts on Taylor and American Idol. We thank Kirsten for this fantastic interview and wish her continued success in her career!

TA: Tell us about Kirsten. Where did you grow up and how did you get involved in the theater?

Kirsten: I did most of my growing up in Clarksburg, West Virginia. Both of my parents are music teachers/musicians so there was always music in my home. When I was around 10 years old my mom asked me if I wanted to try out for our community theater's production of "The Wizard of Oz." I remember people laughing while I was auditioning on the stage and I was hooked. After my raging success as the Farmer Munchkin I stayed involved in the community theater and was lucky enough to go to a public high school with a very active theater program.

TA: We have read that you studied music in Cincinnati-- besides voice, did you study any other instruments?

Kirsten: I was very fortunate to go to college at the University of Cincinnati College-Conservatory of Music where I majored in Musical Theater. It is one of the most respected musical theater programs in the country and their specialty is turning out "triple threats." A triple threat is a performer who can sing, dance and act equally well. So while I was there my days were filled with acting and dance classes and I didn't have the chance to study any instruments besides voice. Although in high school I played both piano and French horn.

TA: Have you done any television/movies or did you go directly into theater?

Kirsten: My career has pretty much been exclusively theater although I would love to get a few more TV shows and films on my resume. I did do an episode of "All My Children" many years ago where I was embarrassingly bad. Please don't look for it.

TA: How many auditions would you say you went on before landing your first Broadway role? Were you already living in NY or did you move to NY in order to accept that role?

Kirsten: My first Broadway role was standing by for the roles of Sally and Lucy in the Broadway revival of "You're a Good Man, Charlie Brown." (FYI- A standby is an actor who is off stage and goes on when the person usually playing the role is not able to do the show.) I have no idea how many auditions I had been on but I had moved to NYC right after I graduated from college the year before so it couldn't have been too many. I was pretty lucky.

Kirsten and DiDi Cohn( Frenchy from the Grease Film)

TA: You were part of a national touring company for a Broadway production-- what challenges did you face "on the road"? How long did that last? What are the advantages/disadvantages to being part of a touring company?

Kirsten: I have toured twice in my career. The first time was the national tour of "Urinetown the Musical" and I was on the road for 4 months. The second tour was a production of "The Boy Friend" that was directed by Julie Andrews. That tour was 9 months in total, although we were in Connecticut at the Goodspeed Opera House for the first three months so we weren't too far from home. The most challenging aspect of touring or being out of town for any job is having to be away from my husband. He is a jazz musician (tenor saxophone is his instrument) so he understands that touring is part of my business. It's part of his business as well and he spends a good amount of time on the road. We are both very passionate about what we do and we know sometimes you have to be away from home to do it. Technology has certainly made it easier - when Sean was in China last year we were able to use a program called Skype on our computers and it allowed us to video chat almost nightly. We also had a three week rule that we tried to stick to when I was touring the country - he would come out to visit or I would come home for my day off every three weeks. That, obviously, got pretty expensive - but worth every penny. Speaking of days off the other challenging thing about touring is that you don't really get them. All of your days off are spent traveling to the next city. That's when it is really beneficial to love the people you are touring with because there really is no one else around. I was lucky both times to tour with a great group of people. We were like one big happy, crazy family. And I am so grateful to still call a lot of those people I toured with my closest friends. Being on the road can be a blast. It can be hard to be away from home but you get to see the country, make a little money and you always have a TON of hilarious stories to tell.

TA: Tell us about the other plays you have performed in. Which one has been your favorite?

Kirsten: I have a few favorites. When I was in college I did a show called "Das Barbecu" which is a parody of Wagner's "Ring Cycle" done Country Western style. It was hilarious. There were only six of us in the cast and each of us played at least ten different roles. So whenever you were offstage you were frantically changing costumes to make your next entrance. Exhausting but really fun. I also really enjoyed playing Peter in "Peter Pan." That was a magical show. I had so much fun fighting pirates, being the leader of the Lost Boys and, of course, flying. But I will say it took sooooooo much energy. I had to live like a nun - not much talking, a lot of gym time and no booze. I think I can say I suffered for my art. My other favorite was a show called "High Fidelity." It was a very short lived show on Broadway (10 performances after we opened) but I really did have the time of my life. It was my first time creating a role and that was such a fantastic and unique opportunity. I learned so much during the process. And the cast and creative team were spectacular. We all really gave our hearts and souls to the project. Maybe financially it was a flop, but for me, artistically and spiritually it was a resounding success.

TA: Who are your heroes and how do they inspire you?

Kirsten: I have been blessed to be surrounded by brilliant women my whole life. My mom, my sister and my mother-in-law are all amazing women who are able to maintain their individuality and take care of everyone around them at the same time. They are always kind and gracious but with strength. My Grammy Appolonia (my mom's mother) is full of light. She just glows. I think it's because she always tends toward the positive and always tries to see the best in people. Oh... and she also walks 3 miles every day. My Grandma Wyatt was a leader in both our family and our community where she served on the Board of Education. She taught me to always be true to myself no matter what. She passed away when I was 16, but her time with me was such a gift because she was such an amazing woman to look up to – she showed me it was possible to do it all.

TA: What would you say to inspire a young person wanting to become an actor?

Kirsten: I have a few things to say on the subject. The first is to learn everything that you can. Study anything and everything because you never know when it will come in handy. The best actors I know are smart and curious. The second thing I would say is to never try to be someone else. When I was first starting out I spent a lot of my time trying to be more like other people when I performed – Kristin Chenoweth or Sandy Duncan or whoever I thought people wanted me to be. As I got older I realized that the best place to start was myself. It feels a lot more rewarding to perform that way. The other thing I have to say may sound a little harsh but I want to be truthful. This business can be full of rejection and frustration. If you are not completely passionate about being an actor then don’t do it. Although, I think the same should be said for anything you do. I’m always dumbfounded by people who say to me “It must be great to do what you love.” I always think to myself “It does feel great. Why don’t you do what you love?”

TA: How does it feel to have Taylor Hicks sing to you every night? Tell us about your "Teen Angel" and these past few months with him. What has this whole experience been like?

Kirsten: Taylor has been so awesome to work with every night. I feel like we work well together and I think we’ve been pretty successful in creating our own unique version of “Beauty School Dropout.” We’ve had a blast making up all our little bits which have kind of evolved over time. He has been great for our show and we are so thankful that he chose to spend some of his time with us at “Grease.”

TA: It was just announced that another American Idol finalist, Ace Young, will be joining the cast of Grease. What are your thoughts on the additions of cast members who have not studied and trained as you have? What do you think of the “draw” that American Idol has had on Broadway?

Kirsten: We are all really excited to have Ace on board. He sounds fantastic and has been nothing but sweet and professional in rehearsals. Plus, he’s super cute. :) I think the trend of having “American Idol” contestants or people who are box office draws but who may not be as experienced is a good thing overall. The bottom line is it gets people to the theater. My hope is that after that experience people will say, “What a great Broadway show. Let’s go see another one. And another one. And another one…” And eventually theater will be a steady source of entertainment for them – whether it’s on Broadway or in their hometown.

TA: Are you living your dream? What are your future goals?

Kirsten: I am, without a doubt, living my dream. I have a beautiful and amazing husband. I have a loving and supportive family. I have a ton of friends who I consider family. I have a great apartment. And I have a fabulous job where I perform for 1100 people every night doing exactly what I love to do. Of course I have other dreams and aspirations - be on a TV show, own a home, travel the world. But I am so grateful from the tips of my toes to the top of my head for all the opportunities I’ve received. “Grease” has been such a fantastic experience for me. At some point during every show I look out and remember being a little girl sitting in the audience saying to myself, “I want to do THAT!” And here I am… it’s pretty freaking awesome.

Media: Cydter
Editing: DidNotExpectThat

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The Retro Taylor Hicks

noreply@blogger.com (Taylor's Angels) — Wed, 20 Aug 2008 19:01:00 +0000

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Taylor's Angels was talking about the various covers that Taylor Hicks played on his tours last year, and it occured to us that most of them were from the 70's and 80's. We thought it would be fun to go back and take a look at the original artist side by side with Taylor's version.
We got a little crazy, and before we knew it, we had gone way back into the beginning of the 70's decade. Click on the above Love poster and take a trip back in time and get a little funky with us! Enjoy!

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