La Tasha Taylor is an American blues and soul vocalist, songwriter, and actress.
Tasha Taylor | |
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| Born | La Tasha Taylor |
| Education | Boston University |
| Occupation(s) | Musician, actress |
| Parent |
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Early life and education edit
Born and raised in Dallas, Texas, Taylor is the daughter of American soul and rhythm and blues vocalist Johnnie Taylor.[1] She attended Boston University.
Career edit
She was guest vocalist on Tommy Castro’s album, The Devil You Know.[2] As an actress, she has been featured in episodes of Moesha, House and Ugly Betty, and the indie films, Dimples and Heaven Ain’t Hard to Find. As a composer, her original music has been featured on the television programs Men in Trees and Lipstick Jungle. In 2016, Taylor toured the United States as a featured artist with Ruf's "Blues Caravan", alongside Layla Zoe and Ina Forsman. The resultant live album, Blues Caravan 2016, ensued.[3][4]
Discography edit
Albums edit
- Revival (2003)
- Taylormade (2010)
- Blues Caravan (2016)
- Honey for the Biscuit (2016)
- Push & Pull (2019)
Singles edit
- "Get Involved" by Raphael Saadiq and Q-Tip - Backing vocals (1999)
Filmography edit
Film edit
| Year | Title | Role | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2006 | The Puritan | Charity Ring | |
| 2008 | Dimples | Kim | |
| 2010 | Heaven Ain't Hard to Find | Tiffany |
Television edit
| Year | Title | Role | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1994 | Living Single | Jennifer | Episode: "Truth for Trust" |
| 1994, 1997 | Family Matters | Ariana / Girl at Party | 2 episodes |
| 1995 | The Wayans Bros. | Tammi | Episode: "It's Shawn! It's Marlon! It's Superboys!" |
| 1997 | The Naked Truth | Hotel Guest | Episode: "The Debt" |
| 1997 | Malcolm & Eddie | Roxie | Episode: "Whole Lotta Love Seat" |
| 1998–2000 | One World | Kate | 3 episodes |
| 2000 | Moesha | Tiffany | Episode: "Something About Moesha" |
| 2000–2001 | Strip Mall | Tasha | 13 episodes |
| 2001 | 7th Heaven | Gina Miller | Episode: "Work" |
| 2004 | Yes, Dear | Abby | Episode: "Couples Therapy" |
| 2006 | Ugly Betty | Thursday Night | Episode: "The Lyin', the Watch and the Wardrobe" |
| 2007 | House | Kate the Mother | Episode: "Needle in a Haystack" |
References edit
- ^ "Tasha Taylor". Jet. Johnson Publishing Company. 25 March 1996. p. 23. Retrieved January 21, 2020.
- ^ Castro, Tommy. "Alligator Records: Album". Alligator Records. Retrieved 2014-11-02.
- ^ "Layla Zoe Biography, Songs, & Albums". AllMusic. Retrieved September 15, 2022.
- ^ "Layla Zoe". Musicianbio.org. September 14, 2022. Retrieved September 15, 2022.
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