Gene Taylor (pianist)

Gene Taylor
Taylor with Canned Heat in 1976
Taylor with Canned Heat in 1976
Background information
Born(1952-07-02)July 2, 1952
Norwalk, California, U.S.
DiedFebruary 20, 2021(2021-02-20) (aged 68)[1]
Austin, Texas, U.S.
GenresBoogie rock
OccupationMusician
Instrument(s)Piano, guitar
Years active1968–2021
Websitewww.gene-taylor.com

Gene Taylor (July 2, 1952 – February 20, 2021) was an American pianist best known for his boogie woogie style. Over a career spanning more than 50 years he accompanied many musicians, produced several solo albums and was briefly part of Canned Heat.

  1. ^ Blackstock, Peter (February 21, 2021). "Gene Taylor, Austin pianist who played with Fabulous Thunderbirds and others, dies at 68". Austin American-Statesman. Retrieved 22 February 2021.