Russ Taff | |
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 Taff at the Christian Music Hall of Fame inductions, 2008 | |
| Background information | |
| Birth name | Russell D Taff |
| Born | November 11, 1953 |
| Genres | Contemporary Christian, gospel, Country Southern gospel |
| Occupation(s) | Singer, songwriter, speaker |
| Instrument | Guitar |
| Years active | 1974–present |
| Website | RussTaff.com |
Russell Taff (born November 11, 1953) is an American gospel singer and songwriter who grew up in Farmersville, California.[1] He has sung a variety of musical styles throughout his career including: pop rock, traditional Southern gospel, contemporary country music, and rhythm and blues. He first gained recognition as lead vocalist for the Imperials (1976–81).[2] One of his best-known performances is the song "Praise the Lord". He has also been a member of the Gaither Vocal Band, and occasionally tours with Bill Gaither in the Gaither Homecoming concerts. As a solo artist and songwriter, Taff is known for the 1980s anthem "We Will Stand".[3] Taff has received various Dove and Grammy awards either as a solo artist or part of a larger musical group, most notably the Imperials.[1]
- ^ a b Powell, Mark (2002). Encyclopedia of Contemporary Christian Music (Second ed.). Peabody, MA: Hendrickson Publishers Inc. pp. 913–915. ISBN 1-56563-679-1.
- ^ Colin Larkin, ed. (2000). The Virgin Encyclopedia of Nineties Music (First ed.). Virgin Books. p. 386. ISBN 0-7535-0427-8.
- ^ "Christian Music Directories". October 6, 2010. Archived from the original on October 6, 2010.