So Close... Too perfect!
Well hello Mr. Taylor Carroll. Taylor is a musician who has been working his way through this fastrack industry for some time now, however with the new release of his latest album, "So Close," his recent portrayal of Billy Idol on ABC's "Wicked City," and his very exciting invitation to this year's American Music Awards, I think it's safe to say success is no longer nearby, but rather already arriving. Taylor has grown up in Nashville and Memphis, Tennessee. He got his first big break when he was offered the role of drummer with the rock group Pillar, where he went on tour with the band.
He currently lives in Los Angeles, California, where he is fighting his way through this lustrous career, and finding himself breaking ground. I was fortunate enough to get a one-on-one interview with Taylor last Friday night via FaceTime, and was simply amazed at what a true class act Taylor is, not to mention he's funny as well! No wonder he's perfect for his career choice, he doesn't just appear to be the whole package, he actually is!
I asked Taylor what he felt the first defining moment in his career was, and he said being called to be the drummer for Pillar was definitely a feel good moment. The 28 year old actor and musician is more than just what first meets the eye. He was polite enough to make sure he held true to his word of speaking with me, and stepped outside of his mother's 60th birthday party to do so. When his mother walked out to check on him, he proudly put his arm around her, and introduced his beautiful mother (you could see the 'pretty' gene runs in the family) and she was just as friendly as her son. It was obvious that Taylor prides himself on knowing how important family is. He was warm in conversation, and personality, making me feel like I knew him for some time now, and that this was just another random conversation we were having on any given Friday night like always. His southern roots emerge in his wholesome qualities, which become visible just after a few short moments. In fact when I asked Taylor if growing up in the south affected him at all now that he lives in L.A., he responded, "I feel it has made me a gentleman." I can assure you that just from a 20-minute interview, I would agree. His humble Southern hospitality is still very much a surviving trait in Taylor, so down to earth that when he got the call that he was invited to attend the AMA's his response was "cool, can I wear sweats?" The all important question was asked, and answered next:
Me: "Taylor are you single?
Taylor: "Yes."
I asked what he looked for in a girl and he said his favorite quality in a girl was someone who owned her femininity, someone who "was just a girly girl."
The only flaw I found in speaking with Taylor was that he is a Memphis Tigers fan... ugh! I guess you can't win them all right?
So, you might be wondering what Taylor will be up to next?... Make sure to follow him on Twitter, Instagram, and Facebook to find out, and to stay up to date on each new great endeavor, as I am sure they are all bound to be a success!
Taylor Carroll, So Close... to perfect that is!
