James Taylor

Ever wonder what goes into making an album? Here’s an exclusive behind-the-scenes look at the making of October Road, taken from the Pull Over concert DVD. https://youtu.be/4as3w2f6V54 #JT #JamesTaylor #OctoberRoad #PullOver

There are very few songs as universally known as "You've Got a Friend." Here's James performing it solo and acoustic on the French TV show @taratata.bsky.social in October 1993 – just him and his guitar. #JT #JamesTaylor #YouveGotAFriend #Taratata

Few songs have stayed with audiences the way "Secret O' Life" has. Here's James playing it at the @NiceJazzFest in France, 1999. #JT #JamesTaylor #NiceJazzFestival

How sweet it is. James playing the Marvin Gaye classic at the Nice Jazz Festival in France, 1999. https://youtu.be/00eHqrT1Z6U #JT #JamesTaylor #NiceJazzFestival #HowSweetItIs

James & band have just wrapped up the European leg of this year's tour, and some of the venues were incredible! From an 11th-century castle to an 18th-century cloth hall, each venue was memorable. Thanks to everyone who came out! Photos: Kate Markowitz and Kate Nulty #JT #JamesTaylor #2026Tour

James playing "Steamroller Blues" at @NiceJazzFest, France, 1999. Did you know he originally wrote it as a parody? https://youtu.be/uNiV7iEdFlM #JT #JamesTaylor #NiceJazzFestival

Hard not to smile at this one! Here's James playing "Your Smiling Face" at the Nice Jazz Festival in France, 1999. https://youtu.be/QD-10AHB3Ks #JT #JamesTaylor

"My better half, Kim, attended the June 19 opening of the Obama Presidential Center in Chicago. Congratulations, President and Mrs Obama: you hit it out of the park. Made us miss you even more." ~ James Taylor L to R: Kim Taylor, Cecilia Marrinan (daughter of Owen Young, Boston Symphony cellist)

Tonight's the night: the US tour resumes at Bethel Woods Center for the Arts in NY. Who's going? #JT #JamesTaylor #2026Tour

Here's a taste of James playing "Fire and Rain" at the Nice Jazz Festival in France, 1999. It's one of his best-known songs – do you remember where you were the first time you heard it? https://youtu.be/zKIExftL-EU #JT #JamesTaylor

One Man Dog(s). https://youtube.com/shorts/uofvwF-lnm4 #JT #JamesTaylor

"Handy Man" from the Nice Jazz Festival in 1999. Did you spot a young Jimmy Johnson playing bass? By this point, he'd been with James for 9 years already, after being introduced by drummer Carlos Vega. #JT #JamesTaylor #NiceJazzFestival

James performing "Country Road" at the Nice Jazz Festival in France, 1999. The band: Arnold McCuller, Jimmy Johnson, Bob Mann, Clifford Carter, and Russ Kunkel. #JT #JamesTaylor #NiceJazzFestival #CountryRoad

The 2026 tour is underway, with a stop in Santa Barbara tonight before heading to Las Vegas. Where's your favorite place to see James and the band? Photos: Becky Herrington Klunk #JT #JamesTaylor #2026Tour #LifeOnTheRoad

Tonight's the night! The 2026 tour kicks off at Yaamava' Casino in Highland, California. Here's the All-Star Band lineup for April and May! #JT #JamesTaylor #2026Tour #AllStarBand

Catch James on @jimmykimmellive.bsky.social TOMORROW, Tuesday 4/21! #JT #JamesTaylor #ABC @jimmykimmel.com

James playing "Never Die Young" at the Nice Jazz Festival in France, 1999. What memories does this one stir up? https://youtu.be/RvkcNdBSN-8 #JT #JamesTaylor #NiceJazzFestival #NeverDieYoung #LiveMusic #ClassicRock #JazzFestival

Rufus and Henry celebrated their 25th birthday on Sunday! Hard to believe these two are all grown up now. From little kids to 25-year-olds - where does the time go? Happy birthday, guys! #JT #JamesTaylor #Twins #HappyBirthday

James is heading to Switzerland! He'll be performing at the Montreux Jazz Festival on July 18 at the Auditorium Stravinski in Montreux. Please note: there is no presale for this show. Tickets are available now: https://bit.ly/4sfaiwl #JT #JamesTaylor #MontreuxJazzFestival #Switzerland #LiveMusic

Last snowshoe of the season! Farewell to winter 🤞 #JT #JamesTaylor #Snowshoe

James has added a second show in Atlanta, GA, and his website presale begins TOMORROW, March 17, at 10 AM ET The show is at Synovus Bank Amphitheater at Chastain Park on 9/18. For complete details, including presale links, visit https://www.jamestaylor.com/schedule/ #JT #JamesTaylor #2026Tour

Happy birthday to James! In celebration, here's the full BBC In Concert show from 1971 – the whole thing, start to finish! https://youtu.be/uUGvPNSkzBc #JT #JamesTaylor #BBCInConcert

James taking a walk through "Walking Man" at the Nice Jazz Festival in France, 1999. https://youtu.be/LwIoaVu16XU #JT #JamesTaylor #NiceJazzFestival

"Things finally cleared up here in Massachusetts! (Actually we just ran away for our 25th.)" ~Kim and James #JT #JamesTaylor #BeachLife

The Long and Winding Road. 25 years and counting. Happy anniversary to James and Kim this week! #JT #JamesTaylor #WeddingAnniversary

Here's James playing "Not Fade Away" at the Nice Jazz Festival in France, 1999. https://youtu.be/5ZvmIx8lUi8 #JT #JamesTaylor #NiceJazzFestival #NotFadeAway

Are you heading to Wolf Trap this year? So is James! Catch him on Aug 30 - Sept 2. James's website presale starts WEDS FEB 25 at 10am local time. General sale starts Friday Feb 27. #JT #JamesTaylor #WolfTrap #2026Tour

James is on TV tonight!! James will be performing on @colbertlateshow.bsky.social TONIGHT at 11:35/10:35c on CBS, and streaming on Paramount+. Don't miss it! #JT #JamesTaylor @stephencolbert.bsky.social #Colbert

For the rest of the world, James is here for music. But at home, this is why he’s here: youtube.com/shorts/WY0Uo... #JT #JamesTaylor

James performing "Shower the People" at the Nice Jazz Festival in France, 1999. Summer on the French Riviera. #JT #JamesTaylor #NiceJazzFestival

Oh let us turn our thoughts today to Martin Luther King And recognize that there are ties between us All men and women, living on the earth Ties of hope and love, sister and brotherhood James with Low Country Voices #MLK #MLKDay #JT #JamesTaylor

Celebrate America's 250th Anniversary at Tanglewood Music Festival on July 3 & 4! Presales start TOMORROW at 10am ET: ⭐️ July 3: https://secure.bso.org/syos/performance/28047?promo=JTFANJULY3 ⭐️ July 4: https://secure.bso.org/syos/performance/28048?promo=JTFANJULY4 #JT #JamesTaylor

Happy New Year! Talk a snowy walk with James, Kim, and two very stylish pugs. #JT #JamesTaylor

Merry Christmas Eve, everyone! https://youtu.be/OGFR5JrtpCw

2026 tour news! A snowy update from James: he'll be performing in both the US and Europe next year. Watch this space in January for a full announcement with cities, dates, and how to buy tickets. #JT #JamesTaylor #2026Tour

Holiday archive drop! The complete 1997 BBC Hogmanay program featuring James is streaming now. Includes "Auld Lang Syne" with Karen Matheson and Dougie MacLean. https://youtu.be/Gi_LA79VGrU #JT #JamesTaylor #BBC #Hogmanay #AuldLangSyne #1997 #HolidaySpecial

Just announced: James returns to @tanglewoodma.bsky.social July 3 & 4 with his All-Star Band, celebrating America's 250th. July 4 includes fireworks, with proceeds donated by Kim & James to support Tanglewood. Tickets on sale Fri Jan 16, 10am ET at www.tanglewood.org or 888-266-1200.

New archive video: James performing "Up on the Roof" at the Nice Jazz Festival in 1999. https://youtu.be/8zkMm_KFSHU #JT #JamesTaylor

Looking for something to listen to during the holiday? Check out James's Thanksgiving playlist on Spotify! https://bit.ly/4pn46lv #JT #JamesTaylor #Thanksgiving

James is heading to Ireland next year with two shows! Presale for both concerts starts Weds November 26, at 10am GMT. Visit https://www.jamestaylor.com/schedule/ for tickets and show details. General sale begins Friday Nov 28. #JT #JamesTaylor #2026Tour

New archive video: James performing "You've Got A Friend" at the Nice Jazz Festival in 1999. Watch the full performance on James's Official YouTube channel: https://youtu.be/Yz9Fi4Vl6MQ #JT #JamesTaylor

48-HOUR SALE! 25% off all guitar string memorabilia at @WearYourMusic, made from strings played & donated by James. → https://bit.ly/47BVwaB Every purchase helps support Tuberville.org, which works to build stronger communities ​one potato at a time. #JT #JamesTaylor

Announcing 5 UK and Europe shows for Summer 2026! Presales begin tomorrow, Weds Nov 5, at 10am local time. IMPORTANT: Your old account will not work. You must create a new account to participate in presales. Visit jamestaylor.com/schedule to sign up today. Need help? Email help@jamestaylor.com

Band costume contest results are in: Jeff wins for commitment, Kim for cuteness, Kate for classics, and James and Henry for... creative interpretation. Meanwhile, Butter Bean and Bosun wait to "tidy up" any dropped candy. Happy Halloween! #JT #JamesTaylor #Halloween

A special guest at Tanglewood recently. (Hint: NOT James.) #JT #JamesTaylor #Tanglewood