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Makeda Taylor
Folk Rock / Blues / Country

Singer Songwriter, Music Industry Blogger



Toronto, Ontario
Canada

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Last Login:  11/21/2009
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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
http://www.facebook.com/group.php?gid=34203597728
Stop! The Devaluation of Recorded Music
http://www.facebook.com/group.php?gid=17408766786

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Ernest

Ernest Danel



Nov 25 2009 4:51 AM

"Not what we say about our blessings, but how we use them,
is the true measure of our thanksgiving."
A wish to my friend is to have a safe and Happy Thanksgiving with the ones you love.
Brendan O’ Shea

Brendan O’ Shea



Nov 24 2009 3:39 PM

If your interested in Irish music, you might be interested in Brendan O' Shea. One of Irelands finest contemporary folk/roots songwriters.
Todd

Todd McConkey



Nov 23 2009 1:46 AM

Hi Makeda
Thanks for adding me as a Friend. I've met some wonderful people on here and have made some great new friends.
What do you do?
Take Care!
Todd
Katelyn D Johnson

Katelyn D Johnson



Nov 23 2009 12:05 AM

HEY MISS MAKEDA , HOPE YOUR DOING WELL AND HAVING A GREAT WEEKEND !!
WISHING YOU THE BEST THANKSGIVING EVER !!!!
LOVE & BLESSINGS,
KATELYN,
Simon Feret

Simon Feret



Nov 22 2009 7:42 AM

Hey Makeda!
MsJoys

MsJoys



Nov 22 2009 3:37 AM

Hi Makeda! I hope you have a wonderfully Blessed & Happy Thanksgiving! Always Give Thanks!!
KEN WILLIAMSON

Ken Williamson



Nov 20 2009 3:03 PM

It is a pleasure to have you as my new MySpace friend… I find your MySpace page, your talent and your enthusiasm for music pleason’ to many… I welcome you’re other MySpace friends to visit my MySpace page that I’ve dedicated to my admiration of many talented guitar playing musicians of many styles… Stop by check it out and leave a comment if you like… Thanks Ken…
Philippe Nowak

Philippe Nowak



Nov 20 2009 11:55 AM

Thanks for the add.

Philippe
Lesley Young

Lesley Young



Nov 20 2009 6:35 AM

Hi Makeda,

How's the recording project going?

Les
Dead Aesthetic

Dead Aesthetic
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Nov 19 2009 6:25 PM

Hey just wanted to stop by and thank you for your friendship and let you know that you can now download the entire "American Nightmare" album for ONE DOLLAR for a limited time!

Go to the Dead Aesthetic profile and click on the album cover art in the right hand column to get it now!

Thanks again for the support and I hope you enjoy the album!

-Mondo5000(DA)
Ninure da Hippie

Ninure Da Hippie



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Dave Simmons songwriter

Dave Simmons songwriter



Nov 19 2009 2:13 PM

Hope you're doing well. Enjoy your day!
Paul Gibbons

Paul Gibbons



Nov 16 2009 11:47 PM

Hey Makeda Taylor My debut independent album "Out With The Introspect" is finally available on iTunes http://itunes.apple.com/ca/album/out-with-introspect/id338183224

If you like epic sounding pop/rock then this is for you!! Cheers and you Rock!
*PIERO MEDICI*PFL imma make it do what it do baby

PIERO MEDICI



Nov 12 2009 1:39 PM

Check out my profile And Let me know Do you like me YES or NO http://www.doulike.us/photos/130409.html?b=4&w=46
Christian Lamitschka, Journalist for Country Music

Christian Lamitschka



Nov 12 2009 11:27 AM

Christmas is coming soon. Are you looking for a Christmas present and would like to help handicapped children? Than please request the list of donations in kind from HelpCharity, www.MySpace.com/HelpCharity , by sending me an e-mail at Ch.Lamitschka@t-online.de . Many donations in kind are autographed.

If you don't have the chance to request the list of donations in kind, please add HelpCharity to your Top Friends!

Thanks for helping me to support handicapped children!

Christian

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Evamusic

Evamusic



Nov 12 2009 9:07 AM

THANKS FOR THE ADD !! GOOD MORNING !!
Masondo

Masondo



Nov 11 2009 9:49 PM


Hi Makeda, thanx for the add. I enjoyed listening to your tracks. Nice to meet you.

Much love

Masondo

Bluesygirl Projects

Bluesygirl Projects



Nov 11 2009 6:50 PM

Thanks for adding me...
All the best.
Love.
Bluesy_Girl Projects
TV21

TV21



Nov 11 2009 3:19 PM

From TV21...

Just thought you might be interested in this website: 

www.anydecentmusic.com

It's essentially a music review aggregation service, providing a constantly updated chart of critical reaction to releases, with various ways for users to personalise the chart.

We're hoping the site will be another useful way for music lovers to find new music. So if you like it, please use it and also pass on the link. 

Ally/TV21
GOOSE Music International

GOOSE Music International



Nov 11 2009 1:03 PM

GOOSE
Michael Brunnock

Michael Brunnock



Nov 8 2009 4:42 AM

Michael Brunnock's in depth interview with journalist Suzanne Connolly is uploaded and available to watch. It can be seen either on Michael's front page www.myspace.com/michaelbrunnock or on Fairplay Collective's video page http://vids.myspace.com/index.cfm?fuseaction=vids.individual&videoid=64241695
Rob Juice

Rob Juice



Nov 8 2009 12:19 AM

Have a Powerful weekend
Juice
www.robjuice.com
Vedette (NEW PHOTOS UP!!)

Vedette (NEW PHOTOS UP!!)



Nov 7 2009 4:18 PM

The Rivoli better get ready, because tonight VEDETTE, Canary Mine and Little Foot Long Foot are coming to party, and bringing all of their party people. Each act is super-pumped to bring you their best set EVER, and we can't wait to see you there!
If you miss out, then you'll be one of those sucky "I missed out people", and someone will play a sad, farty old tuba song in your honour...
Don't be like that. This one's definitely gonna be a party, and you won't believe what's in store for you. So c'mon by the Rivoli tonight! 334 Queen Street West (which is basically at Queen & Spadina.)
Ruby Jane

Ruby Jane



Nov 6 2009 9:55 PM

Ruby Jane and Mark O'Connor: Virtuosos of the American Fiddle: http://www.poptech.org/blog/mark_oconnor_and_ruby_jane_smith_virtuosos_of_american_fiddle

Ruby Jane Article in New York Times!!
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AND
Check out the new pictures and video! Let me know what you think!
Ruby Jane
Jodi Ann

Jodi Ann



Nov 5 2009 2:09 PM

Hi! Thank you for being my friend! I would like to invite you to my new music site! You can make a page and customize it, upload music and pictures! In the spring of 2010, I am launching a BIG promotional campaign and online CD release party! Lots of fun and freebies! My music site will be at the center of it! So please join me!
*hugs*
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