CD, “Tim McGraw”, Autographed by Taylor Swift courtesy of The Twister and Clear Channel Radio.   

The enthusiastic, down-to-earth young woman, whose original compositions about teenage life brim with poignant honesty and an infectious spirit. 

Just 16 years old, Taylor is at an age where most teenagers are only beginning to find their identity and lay tentative plans for the future.  But there’s never been much doubt in Taylor’s mind about her calling.  Growing up on a farm in Wyomissing, PA, music was ever-present in her home.  Inspired by her maternal grandmother, a professional opera singer, Taylor took up singing early in life.  At 10, she began performing around town at karaoke contests, festivals and county fairs, and even recording rough demos at a studio.  At age 11, she performed the national anthem at a Philadelphia 76ers NBA game in front of thousands of fans.  But it wasn’t until she picked up a guitar at age 12 and learned to write her own songs that Taylor discovered how readily she could channel the turbulent emotions of growing up into her music.   

Taylor’s maturity gives weight to songs that otherwise sparkle with the carefree joie de vivre of youth.  Taylor admits her primary agenda with her music is to evoke a strong emotional response.  “I want to make people feel things,” she says simply.