Taylor McFerrin

Bullseye with Jesse Thorn : Taylor McFerrin Image
Bullseye with Jesse Thorn : Taylor McFerrin Image

Taylor McFerrin

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Taylor McFerrin is a gifted musician who got his start as a beatboxer, making beats and producing tracks for others. He’s also made music as a keyboardist, a DJ and a composer. The son of vocalist Bobby McFerrin (yes, the “Don’t Worry, Be Happy” singer), Taylor grew up with a comprehensive understanding of song construction and an ear for melody. Taylor joins us to talk about his love of the process of making music, what we still have to learn from jazz music and to talk about his new album “Love’s Last Chance.” Plus, we’ll talk to him about his work with Robert Glasper. Don’t miss our chat with the talented artist.