Taylor Hicks

Taylor Hicks
Taylor Hicks performs for troops aboard the USS Ronald Reagan, docked at Coronado, California on December 19, 2006
Background information
Birth nameTaylor Reuben Hicks
Born (1976-10-07) October 7, 1976
Origin Birmingham, Alabama
GenresBlue Eyed Soul
Blues
Blues rock
Occupation(s)Singer-songwriter
Musician
Record producer
InstrumentsVocals
Guitar
Harmonica
Organ
Years active1997–present
LabelsArista Records (2006-present)
Independent (1997-2005)
Websitewww.taylorhicks.com

Taylor Reuben Hicks (born October 7, 1976) is an American singer, songwriter and musician. In 2006, he won the fifth season of American Idol. The runner-up was Katharine McPhee. After he won, he was signed to Arista Records. His album called Taylor Hicks was released on December 12, 2006.

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