Alright – so today we’ve got the honor of introducing you to Olivia Taylor. We think you’ll enjoy our conversation, we’ve shared it below.
Olivia , thanks for joining us, excited to have you contributing your stories and insights. Did you always know you wanted to pursue a creative or artistic career? When did you first know?
. I decided to finally heed my family and friend’s advice and release my music to the public in 2018 with my single, “Not Perfect”. I took a break for a couple years to focus on college. In 2021, I released my first full album, “21”. In 2022, I started to perform my music out at open mics and lounges for the first time. I received good feedback and support every time. With this newfound encouragement, I kept performing. I encountered different managers and booking agents. Eventually, I stumbled upon a kind organizer named, Stef Marie Cole. She put me in contact with WUSA 9 News. I reached out, submitted my pitch and they booked me. In September of 2023, I performed for the first time on national TV. I sung my single “Options”. My family and friends were ecstatic. After that the ball just kept right on rolling. I was invited to perform for 93.9 WKYS’ 2nd Annual Women’s Empowerment Brunch at the Bethesda Theater. I performed “Options” & “Toxic Flower” while I handed out roses to the crowd. Afterwards, I was interviewed live on-air by Lady Reddzz. Most recently, I was interviewed on 95.5 WPGC by DJ Reddz. The interview will be aired on November 16th along with radio-play. On December 7th, I will be in Atlanta getting interviewed live on-air & in-person on their party station, 94.7TheLink by DJ Ro.
Great, appreciate you sharing that with us. Before we ask you to share more of your insights, can you take a moment to introduce yourself and how you got to where you are today to our readers.
Back in high school I sang in the choir and performed in my school’s acting troupe. My acting and singing started much earlier back in elementary school. I guess you could say I’ve been involved in the arts all my life. One day my mother heard me singing while playing video games and she asked me whose song it was. I told her the truth: I was just freestyle singing while chilling in the family room. She insisted I start writing my lyrics down and record my music. I didn’t take her serious until my first single release “Not Perfect”. Now I offer songwriter for lease/sale services to any and all artists, creatives and labels. What’s most unique about my songwriting process is that I can craft a song in 30 minutes or less. A very valuable asset to any artist/creative team, especially record labels. My brand’s mission is to promote unity within the artist community. No need to compete with each other because we all have our different strengths that can help other artists’ overcome their weaknesses.
In your view, what can society to do to best support artists, creatives and a thriving creative ecosystem?
Constant words of encouragement and consistent actions of support go the LONGEST way in terms of help and support for all artists and creatives.
For you, what’s the most rewarding aspect of being a creative?
Seeing people’s eyes light up and watching them connect with every word of my song brings me SO much joy! I love being able to connect and encourage people with my words and delivery on-stage. That’s my true passion.
Contact Info:
- Website: https://tr.ee/DGEUfZpJmu
- Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/liv.eofficial.music/profilecard/?igsh=NzF0d3BzZXF3NzVx
- Youtube: https://youtube.com/@livtaylor171?si=lmWAjK05uui5fyh9
- Other: https://tr.ee/Zhw9ZgrXzwhttps://www.wusa9.com/video/entertainment/television/programs/great-day-washington/live-performs-her-new-single-options-for-the-dmv-soundcheck/65-5ab1ecfc-1366-4f48-9e63-3121f1aee962
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Image Credits
Rell
IG: @itsjustrell_