"Choose a song you like then rewrite it. Write new chords to it and different lyrics but keep the trajectory of the song." ...

The embodiment of the American singer-songwriter in the late 60s and early 70s was the frail and troubled James Taylor. He was born into a wealthy family. His mother was a classically trained soprano ...

Taylor, 76, is also known for covers such as "How Sweet It Is (To Be Loved by You)"(1975) and "Handy Man," (1977), as well as originals such as "Sweet Baby James" (1970). His 1976 Greatest Hits ...