Taylor Hicks: An Interview with Cindy Wright

Taylor Hicks Answers Questions About Concert Tour, Book, Movies and More

Taylor Hicks has been on tour since last February. His self-titled album "Taylor Hicks", released in December of 2006 went to the number two spot on the Billboard 200 by selling almost 300,000 CDs during its first week of release. This was with hardly any radio play. Top that off with his CD going gold only in its second week of release, with over 500,000 units sold in the United States alone. The album is now certified platinum.

On July 10th Taylor Hicks released "Heart Full of Soul" An inspirational memoir about finding your voice and finding your way. The book is a very interesting read; I wrote a review of the book that you can read here. After my first interview with Taylor that associated content set up for me, I was hoping to get another. August 10th I got my second opportunity to interview the very talented Taylor Hicks. I hope you enjoy reading this interview and maybe learn some new things about Taylor.

How is everything going with the concert and book tour?

Taylor - It's going really good. It's fun.

Is the super rocket into stardom all that you expected?

Taylor - Yes, it is and more

Are there any regrets?

Taylor - No. None at all, when you're working as a musician for 10 years and the phone never rings, you are thankful when it does.

When you were dreaming of your big break, do you feel that this all played out how you hoped?

Taylor - Oh Yes! I was just hoping for "a break".

When you first saw a fan walk in too meet you, with a copy of Heart Full of Soul, what were your thoughts?

Taylor - I was glad. I was glad that it got finished and got out. I'm glad it's helping people find a positive light.

What did your family think of the way you portrayed them in Heart Full of Soul?

Taylor - I think they are pleased with the book. It's my story and my words.

What is the main message you want readers to come away with?

Taylor - I think that inspiration and perseverance can lead to great things.

In Heart Full of Soul you talk about being offered movie offers, have you accepted any or are you considering any movies or TV shows?

Taylor - No, not right now. I'm happy playing these theaters for the summer. You never know though.