Alright – so today we’ve got the honor of introducing you to Court Taylor. We think you’ll enjoy our conversation, we’ve shared it below.

Hi Court, thanks for joining us today. When did you first know you wanted to pursue a creative/artistic path professionally?

I have always been a creative person. I grew up dancing competitively, performing in plays at church and school, drawing and painting, etc. When I was 15, I picked up photography, and I learned quickly I had an eye for it. I had the opportunity to photograph Gregg Allman and it was such a cool experience. I always saw myself photographing musicians. I hoped to do album artwork or work for Rolling Stone. I always wanted to be involved in music in some capacity. However, it was never on my radar to be an artist/songwriter. I didn’t discover my talent or passion for creating music until much later in life. I was about 25 or 26. During the pandemic, we couldn’t go out. My friends and I would rotate between each other’s houses and hang out in our backyards. My friend, Ben, had a guitar and I played a song for him. Then he called the rest of our friends out and had me play it for them. From there, they really pushed and encouraged me to play out in front of people. I started playing at a few vineyards around Arizona. Then I moved back home to Savannah and played there for a year before making the move to Nashville! Now that I know it’s possible, I can’t see myself doing anything else!

Court, love having you share your insights with us. Before we ask you more questions, maybe you can take a moment to introduce yourself to our readers who might have missed our earlier conversations?

I was raised in really small towns in Georgia. I grew up on traditional country music like Hank Williams, Loretta Lynn, and The Highwaymen. I just fell in love with the story telling and passion and pain that country music delivers. I really love the no rules art of Outlaw Country music. I find myself leaning more towards that genre in my own music. I’ve always been a free spirit that goes against the grain, and I believe that’s what outlaw country is all about. I’m most proud of taking the risk to move to Nashville. I’ve had a lot of really cool opportunities since I’ve been here. I got to play the Georgia Country Music Festival with Cody Jinks and Ashley McBryde. I’ve gotten to write with some of the best songwriters in town. I’ve been able to release some new music that I’m really happy with! I was born in small town Georgia to two really young parents. We didn’t have a lot of money or a lot of privilege. We’ve had to work really hard to get where we are. So I’m so proud of all that we’ve over come. I’m proud that we were able to get to a position where I’m able to pursue a dream that I’m extremely passionate about.

What do you find most rewarding about being a creative?

The most rewarding part of being an artist and songwriter is when people connect to your music and feel something through your story telling. I play a lot of shows and rounds, and my favorite part is talking to people afterwards. I have people come up to me and tell me about their experiences in their small town. Or their experiences coming from nothing and their journey to be better people. Or tell me their experiences with relationships they’ve had that are all similar to the music I’m writing and putting out. To see people resonate with the stories that are on my heart is so cool. If I can make people feel less alone or if I can put into words feelings that others have, that’s the most rewarding and exhilarating part of being a musician.

Learning and unlearning are both critical parts of growth – can you share a story of a time when you had to unlearn a lesson?

I would say comparing myself to others is a bad habit I have. I’m constantly struggling with imposter syndrome. Especially in a town where everyone is so unbelievably talented. Every where you turn, there’s a powerhouse voice or someone who writes the most beautiful lyrics you’ve ever heard. I don’t think imposter syndrome and the constant highs and lows of being a musician are talked about enough. It’s such a common occurrence, and I’ve found that a lot of people think they’re alone in it! It’s such a societal norm now to be constantly worried about other people’s opinions of you. It’s all social media fueled. Do I have a body type that’s accepted and going to be commercially appealing? Do I have a voice that people will like and is commercially appealing? Those are constant thoughts going through my brain. However, I’ve had some great mentors that I’ve met along the way, and they’ve helped me realize that authenticity will always win. If you’re being your complete authentic self, people will resonate with that. You don’t have to be the best voice in the room. You just have to be yourself. No one is going to be able to tell your story like you can. No one is going to have the exact same experiences that you have. Therefore, there is a seat at the table for everyone. As long as you love what you’re doing and are having fun, you belong.

Contact Info:

• Website: https://www.courttaylormusic.com
• Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/court0rdered.music?igsh=MXJqYjU5ZDY1aHh5cA%3D%3D&utm_source=qr
• Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100066914206685&mibextid=LQQJ4d
• Youtube: https://youtube.com/@court0rdered-music?si=Ny0ql0HGvDyTvXKy
• Other: https://www.tiktok.com/@courttaylormusic?_t=8lBYxGoGD6Z&_r=1

Image Credits
Christina Martin Logan Alexander