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Makeda Taylor
Folk Rock / Blues / Country

Singer Songwriter, Music Industry Blogger



Toronto, Ontario
Canada

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Last Login:  3/12/2010
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Member Since10/6/2006
Band Websitehttp://www.makedataylor.com
Band MembersMakeda Taylor
Singer-Songwriter, Piano & Accoustic Guitar

Session Musicians:
Al Cross - Drums
Fergus Marsh - Bass & Chapman Stick
Michael Occhipinti - Lead & Accoustic Guitar
Jonathan Lindsay - Lead Guitar
Doulgas Romanow- Keyboards, Accordion
Jeanine Noyes - Background Vocals



Q Sheba Sound
Indie Record Label & Music Publisher Indie Record Label... Makeda Taylor President

InfluencesOprah, Nelson Mandela, Bob Marley, Sam Cooke, Bob Dylan, Diane Warren, Carole King, Beatles, Michael Jackson, Ron Sexsmith, Neil Young, Joni Mitchell, James Taylor, John Mayer, Regina Spektor, Lucinda Williams, Prince, Dixie Chicks, Eva Cassidy, Jeff Buckley, Warren Zevon, Stevie Wonder, James Brown, BB King, Frank Sinatra, Led Zepplin, Dire Straits, Bonnie Raitt, Eric Clapton, Stevie Ray Vaughan, Jimi Hendrix, Carlos Santana, Janis Joplin, Tracy Chapman, Sarah Mclachlan, Chantal Kreviazuk, Elton John, Billie Joel, John Legend, Jill Scott, Quincy Jones, Willie Nelson, Johnny Cash, John Denver, Gordon Lightfoot, Mariah Carey, Whitney Houston, Queen, Rush, Rolling Stones, Dave Matthews Band, Coldplay, Green Day, Bruce Springsteen, John Lennon, Paul Simon, Etta James, Lauryn Hill, Ella Fitzgerald, Oscar Peterson, John Coltrane, Art Tatum, Charlie Parker, Miles Davis, Ray Charles, Melissa Etheridge, K.D. Lang, Mahalia Jackson, Elvis Costello, Aretha Franklin, Jann Arden, Billie Holiday, Sarah Vaughan, Smokie Robinson,
Sounds LikeUnique vocal nuances. Collage of musical influences. Multi-genre performance abilities.
Record LabelQ Sheba Sound
Type of LabelIndie


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   About Makeda Taylor






Born in Birmingham UK, to Jamaican parents and now a Canadian living in Toronto, Makeda fostered her soulful musical talents from early childhood in a gospel setting. She is a well seasoned singer songwriter with over thirty years of performance experience. Her music is regarded by most to be a melting pot of musical genres. Piano, Keyboards and Guitar are her performance instruments. Music is her life passion but Makeda is also a dedicated Nurse and a social justice advocate. The influence of over two decades of nursing care resonates deeply in her songs of love, loss and the value of life and time.

Makeda's debut CD "In Your Honour" was an ep dedicated to the Nurses who battled the Toronto SARS epidemic. She is in the final stages of completing an epic recording project. Makeda loves to perform and can be heard at various Toronto establishments. She is a regular performer at Fat Albert's... Toronto's longest running open stage. Makeda has recently branched out into student music mentoring performances for the Toronto District School Board. She feels honoured to have the privilege to inspire the next generation of music creators.

Makeda's desire is to inspire positive change for our planet one song at a time. She values her artistic independence but is open to exploring creative or music industry collaborations. Makeda appreciates your comments of support that help to sustain her on her rewarding but often challenging artistic journey.

In preparation for a music industry documentary Makeda researched various aspects of the Music Industry. Through her research she gained valuable promotional and marketing insights. Makeda shares these gems in her music industry blogs. Schedule permitting she offers artist management consulting, with focused expertise in the area of viral marketing in social networking platforms. (Myspace, Facebook, Twitter, Youtube, Delicious..etc).

Makeda supports various songwriting organizations (SAC, Songwriters Unite, NSAI Toronto, and Humber College Songwriting Workshop). She is the owner of Viral Indie Promotions and Q Sheba Sound an Indie Record label and Publishing Company.

Makeda is the creator of Facebook Groups
Viral Indie Promotions
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Stop! The Devaluation of Recorded Music
http://www.facebook.com/group.php?gid=17408766786

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ZEBBHI NIYAH

ZEBBHI  NIYAH



Mar 6 2010 10:02 PM

Greetings, Blessed Love To All Of My Frends On My Space, Give Thanks Fede Continued Suport, May Jah Blessings Continiue To Be With I & I. More Love And Nuff Raspect, Zeen. Zebbhi Niyah
Rob Juice

Rob Juice



Mar 4 2010 1:10 PM

Passing thru your page to
Show some RESPECT
Juice in Chicago
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Sylvain

Sylvain



Feb 21 2010 3:04 AM

Sending soft harmonica vibes Ure way ;0) ;0) Have a great w-e...

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Rob Juice

Rob Juice



Feb 20 2010 5:54 AM

Have a Powerful weekend
Respect,
Juice
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MsJoys

MsJoys



Feb 14 2010 7:10 PM

Happy Valentine's Day Makeda! God bless you!
www.humanbeans.org

Amber Brooks



Feb 3 2010 5:38 PM


Here is your personal invitation to preview February’s Human Beans comic story Please go to www.HumanBeans.org Amber :)
Jennifer Pohl

Jennifer Pohl



Jan 28 2010 8:38 PM

Hey Makeda! LOVE, love, love "Keeps me coming back" and "In your honour". What beautiful songwriting/craftsmanship.. you go, girl! :)
Elisabeth B. Vila

Elisabeth Bosque Vila



Jan 24 2010 12:29 PM

hey Makeda.. :)
just greetings from my heart

beth
Ninure da Hippie

Ninure Da Hippie



Jan 23 2010 11:33 AM

Have a Happy 2010 full of all good things, with you making the world more amazing with your music!

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Jan 22 2010 12:39 AM

THANKS FOR ADDING US!!!!
WE'LL WAIT FOR YOUR LYRICS!!!!!
Junyoung

Junyoung Park



Jan 18 2010 7:45 AM

Hi, just looking to network with other business people.

Would love to hear any successful ways that you advertise and market your business, and of course I will surely share any with you that I come across. To everyone's success online.
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The Ray Stephenson Band

The Ray Stephenson Band



Jan 17 2010 7:16 PM

Hey Makeda Taylor

My new record just came out this week on I-Tunes and CD Baby. An exclusive video and link to the new album is featured on my myspace blog titled "Gunned Down in Mexico is NOW ON iTUNES and CD BABY!" Please leave us some feedback to let us know what you think! Thanks for your support.

-Ray Stephenson

PS: Hope you have a GREAT New Year! :)
Living the Dream!

Living the Dream!



Jan 14 2010 2:55 AM



"you are another one of me..."

dear friends,
i am deeply moved by what has occurred to our brothers and sisters in Haiti. I saw this opportunity to help on fb. If you are able to help, here is a link to more information.

http://yele.org/

thank you for your love and prayers to the people of Haiti!
peace and heartfelt blessings,
ruby
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Jan 11 2010 9:00 PM

Hi, please check out our new band, debut album out now !!! Blues-Rock based music with many other influences, Hope you’ll enjoy it ! Thank you !
Jordan Lake

Jordan Lake



Jan 11 2010 6:05 PM

Hello Makeda Taylor!

Our new songs are almost up! Check back soon to hear

- Jordan Lake
Make the switch! facebook.com/jordanlakemusic

(For Seattle): SHOWBOX January 16th, HEADLINING on Friday Night. Half the set will be ALL NEW SONGS released here first. Message for tickets
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Katrina Lyons
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Jan 9 2010 4:53 PM

Hi Makeda, I really love your voice and music! Thanks for finding me on Twitter. Really glad to know you! xo, Katrina
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Michael Brunnock



Jan 9 2010 3:19 AM

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Rita

Rita William



Jan 8 2010 12:50 PM

hey wazup
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Jan 7 2010 8:00 PM

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Jan 5 2010 5:13 AM

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Jan 5 2010 1:32 AM

ahhh its alive! yur here and so am i ... danny
lilleTG

lilleTG



Jan 1 2010 6:32 AM

For last year's words belong to last year's language And next year's words await another voice. And to make an end is to make a beginning. May your new year be filled with colour,love,tenderness,compassion,laughter and friendship........ Love and Light always. Hugs, lille
Will Black

Will Black



Dec 31 2009 9:35 PM

How are your holidays going?

Cheers to you having a wicked awesome 2010! Enjoy the new year and stay in touch ;)

Rock on - WB
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Thompkins Marketing LLC



Dec 31 2009 5:25 PM

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Ken

Ken W



Dec 31 2009 3:11 PM

Hello Makeda,
Happy New Year!
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