Exposed Vocals just sat down to an interview with Taylor McCants
As a captivating 17 year old performer and actress, Taylor McCants makes an unforgettable impression as a soul singer, giving life to a melodic sound that resonates well beyond her years. Balancing young love with the experience of urban culture, Taylor embodies the worldview of today’s youth. She brings a fresh perspective to the music world, while serenading the listener with soulful maturation usually reserved for seasoned songstresses. She hails from Akron, Ohio, where she is well known for her unique voice and gracious, welcoming personality.
Exposed Vocals: So, tell us your story. Where did you grow up? What made you decide to become an artist?
Taylor McCants: I was raised with my little brother and sister by my mom in Akron Ohio.
My family is music. In the 60s my Grandpa founded a group called The Chicago gangsters, my mother sings and performs, I have uncles and cousins in bands and they’re very talented and actively performing. Music is in My DNA. My mom and the rest of my family really encourages and supports my decision. But I still have to keep my grades up
Exposed Vocals: Since everyone was a start-up once, can you give any smaller or local bands or artists looking to get gigs and airplay some tips?
Taylor McCants: Study and learn EVERYTHING you can about the industry. Network, get a good team behind you then promote, promote, promote. Most of all trust yourself and never give up.
Exposed Vocals: Do you ever make mistakes during performances? How do you handle that?
Taylor McCants: OMG yes!! I just keep going and remind myself that I’m human and nobody is perfect.
Exposed Vocals: Do you tour? Anything interesting happen on tour that you think our readers would enjoy hearing about?
Taylor McCants: . Yes, I’m doing one in 2019. There will be other artists there along with me, music that you haven’t heard before there’s a lot going on. We’re going to put on a great show! You don’t want to miss this.
Exposed Vocals: Any planned studio upgrades? What are you working with now?
Taylor McCants: My team is great with keeping everything up to par. When I show up everything moves smoothly, and I love that about them. It’s so much easier and it keeps it fun and exciting.
Exposed Vocals: How do you find ways to promote your music? What works best for you?
Taylor McCants: Social media definitely. I’m constantly telling people where they can find me. Taylor McCants music on Facebook, @ _taylormccants on Instagram, @ _taylormccants on Twitter. Social media has been the greatest tool for me so far.
Exposed Vocals: If you could perform anywhere and with any artist (Dead or Alive), where and who would it be with? Why?
Taylor McCants: Well I’m just a teenage kid from Akron Ohio. I’m not really one who thinks of death a lot. I’m always thinking and imagining of how to live my best life. As far as people who have past or living there are many greats singers/performers that if I would have had the chance to work with them it would have been wonderful. Hopefully I can be a part of the people keeping the authentic feeling of RnB music going in my generation and on into the future
Exposed Vocals: So, what’s next? Any new upcoming projects that you want to talk about?
Taylor McCants: Nothing too crazy! I’m looking to stay focused this summer and work on material for you guys to look forward to. I will be shooting a few music videos very soon and working hard to prepare myself and my team for this 2019 tour.
Exposed Vocals: If you weren’t making music, what would you be doing?
Taylor McCants: If I wasn’t doing music, I would have MUCH more free time on my hands. I’d continue doing what I do outside of music. Work my second job, continue being an athlete doing cheerleading, track & field, volleyball and gymnastics. And of course, spend more time with family and friends.
Exposed Vocals: What should fans look forward to in the next year or so?
Taylor McCants: In the next year, fans should definitely look forward to my tour, some consistent new music, new videos, and many more appearances.
Exposed Vocals: Any shout-outs?
Taylor McCants: I’d like to make a special shout out to my Family, friends, and fans who have supported me from the jump, my manager Pierre Davis, my engineer Kenny Smith, my Mom and most of all God!
