John Taylor Biography and Wiki
Nigel John Taylor, popularly known as John Taylor born on June 20, 1960, in Birmingham is an English musician, singer, songwriter, producer, and actor best known as the bass guitarist and founding member of the new wave band Duran Duran.
The band was one of the most popular bands in the world during the 1980s due to their revolutionary music videos which played in heavy rotation in the early days of MTV.
He played with Duran Duran from its founding in 1978 until 1997, when he left to pursue a solo recording and film career
John Taylor Age and Birthday
He was born on 20 June 1960 in Birmingham England. He is currently 59 years old as of 2020.
John Taylor Nationality
In 2013, John got American Citizenship Status and is therefore of American and English nationality.
John Taylor Height
Nigel stands at a height of 6 feet 2 inches or 1.88 meters
John Taylor Family
He was born to his parents Jack Taylor(father) and Eugene Taylor(mother). He is the only child since details about his siblings are not available. Further details about his family life are not yet available and will be updated soon.
John Taylor Daughter, Atlanta Noo
John and His wife Amanda De Cadenet got married on December 24, 1991, and welcomed their daughter Atlanta Noo on 31March 1992. Atlanta is now a DJ and a model.
John Taylor Wife, Marriage and Divorce
John first dated Gela Nash-Taylor, a Danish model from 1985 to 1989 to whom he was engaged. He then married Amanda De Cadenet on 24 December 1991 at Chelsea Old Town Hall’s register office and they had one daughter, Atlanta Noo who was born on 31 March 1992. The two, however, officially separated in May 1995.
Taylor then met his second wife, Gela Nash, a co-founder of Juicy Couture, in 1996. They married in Las Vegas on 27 March 1999 and are now separated. John Taylor became an American citizen in 2013 maintaining dual citizenship
John Taylor Music Career
Taylor initially formed the band Duran Duran with friends Nick Rhodes and Stephen Duffy. Simon Le Bon later became the vocalist for the group. Taylor played guitar for the band. Later, he switched to the bass guitar.
The band released their first album in 1981 and soon received widespread fame. Later, alongside Andy Taylor, Tony Thompson, and Robert Palmer formed the band The Power Station.
Additionally, they released one album titled ‘The Power Station’. After Andy Taylor and Roger Taylor left, the remaining members reformed Duran Duran and released the 1986 ‘Notorious’ album.
Coming to his solo career, Taylor co-founded the independent record label B5 Records in 1996. He has released albums including ‘I Do What I Do’, ‘Autodidact’, ‘Résumé’, ‘The Japan Album’, ‘Live Cuts’, ‘Techno for Two’, and ‘MetaFour’ among others.
In addition, Taylor also has also appeared in movies and television series including ‘Ginormous Food’, ‘Samantha Who?’, ‘That ’80s Show’, ‘Strange Frequency’, ‘The Flintstones in Viva Rock Vegas’, ‘Timeslip’, ‘Miami Vice’, and ‘Drowning on Dry Land’ among others.
Duran Duran won the 2004 Brit Award for Outstanding Contribution.
John Taylor Songs
While still With his band Duran Duran, John released the following hit songs before taking his career solo
- Duran Duran (1981)
- Rio (1982)
- Seven and the Ragged Tiger (1983)
- Arena (1984)
- Notorious (1986)
- Big Thing (1988)
- Liberty (1990)
- The Wedding Album (1993)
- Thank You (1995)
- Medazzaland (1997)
- Astronaut (2004)
- Red Carpet Massacre (2007)
- All You Need Is Now (2010)
- Paper Gods (2015)
John Taylor Duran Duran
The Band Duran Duran was formed in 1978 by John Taylor and Nick Rhodes in England. The band enjoyed a period of success in the 1980s where the band was the leading in the MTV’s British Invasion of the 1980s.
The band won numerous awards including Brit Awards in2002, Two Grammy Awards, an MTV Video Music Award for Lifetime Achievement and MTV Europe Music Award.
John Taylor Solo Songs
John left the band Duran Duran which he had helped found to start a solo career in music releasing the following hit songs
- Do What I Do (1985)
- Feelings Are Good and Other Lies (1997)
- Autodidact (1997)
- Résumé (1999– With Jonathan Elias)
- Meltdown (1999)
- The Japan Album (1999)
- The Japan (2000)
- Live Cuts (2000)
- Terroristen: Live at the Roxy (2001)
- Techno for Two (2001)
- Retreat into Art (2001)
- MetaFour(2002)
John Taylor Movies
- Sugar Town 1999
- Drowning on Dry Land 1999
- The Flintstones in Viva Rock Vegas-2000
- A Diva’s Christmas Carol-2000
- Strange Frequency-2001
- Vegas, City of Dreams-2001
- The Peter Erskine Trio: Live at Jazz Baltica 2005
- Classic Albums: Duran Duran – Rio 2008
John Taylor Books
– In the Pleasure Groove: Love, Death, and Duran Duran
John Taylor Bass guitars
That bass guitar most commonly associated with John is the Japanese Aria Pro II SB1000, which he used during the height of Duran Duran’s fame; John also promoted the instrument in a series of magazine advertisements.
John still plays the Aria, Stingray, Factor, and a Peavey Cirrus 5 and 4 string as of 2007. He has also been seen playing a 1962 reissue Fender Precision Bass, a Gibson Les Paul bass, and a Warwick Thumb 5. Noting his loyalty to the same Peavey bass guitar on stage with Duran Duran for several years
John Taylor Facts and Body Measurements
- Full Name: Nigel John Taylor
- Age/ How Old?: 59 years old
- Date of Birth: June 20, 1960
- Place of Birth: Birmingham, England, United Kingdom
- Education:
- Birthday: June 20
- Nationality: British
- Married?:
- Children/ Kids:
- Height/ How tall?:
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- Profession: Musician, Songwriter, Producer, Actor,
- Net worth: Under Review
John Taylor Net worth
Nigel Taylor has an estimated net worth of around $ 30 Million at present. He has not revealed his current salary. Detailed information about his property, cars he owns, houses, luxuries, the monthly/yearly salary are not yet known and will be updated as soon as possible.
Frequently Asked Questions About John Taylor
Who is John Taylor?
Nigel John Taylor, popularly known as John Taylor born on June 20, 1960, in Birmingham is an English musician, singer, songwriter, producer, and actor best known as the bass guitarist and founding member of the new wave band Duran Duran.
How old is Taylor?
He was born on 20 June 1960 in Birmingham England. He is currently 59 years old as of 2020.
How tall is John?
Nigel stands at a height of 6 feet 2 inches or 1.88 meters
Is John Taylor married?
John first married Amanda De Cadenet on 24 December 1991 with whom he had a daughter but separated in 1995.
Taylor then met his second wife, Gela Nash, a co-founder of Juicy Couture, in 1996. They married in Las Vegas on 27 March 1999 and are now separated
How much is Taylor worth?
Nigel Taylor has an estimated net worth of around $ 30 Million at present. His value will probably rise as he is yet to release information on his cars, houses and properties under his name. This information will be updated Soon
How much does John make?
His income and salary remain privately held information which is still under review and will be updated as soon as we gather and verify it.
Where does John Taylor live?
Because of security reasons, John has not shared his precise location of residence. We will immediately update this information if we get the location and images of his house
Is John dead or alive?
Taylor is alive and in good health. There have been no reports of him being sick or having any health-related issues.
Where is Taylor Now?
John remains an active participant in the music industry owing to his long career as a songwriter and singer. Currently, John works as a music producer
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