14-Year-Old Guitarist Taj Farrant is the Bright Future of the Guitar
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Published 2024-05-20
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Taj has already accomplished so much and I believe he will be an important part of his musical generation–let's support him and those like him as we usher in a new era of awesome guitar players!
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TIMESTAMPS
0:00 - Who is Taj Farrant?
0:58 - Taj has been posting videos for half his life
3:44 - Taj saw Angus Young rise out of the stage
5:14 - Garageband is Taj's best friend
6:08 - Taj's practice approach
7:09 - Taj's live learnings
8:10 - Taj met me at the NAMM Show when he was 8yrs old
9:40 - Volume control is Taj's most important tip
10:58 - JAMMING to demonstrate what "feel" is
12:49 - "Karate Chop" bends
14:30 - Taj's old school tone preferences
17:30 - What's Taj's favorite note on the guitar?
18:14 - JAMMING in B, the best key
19:59 - Taj is straight up rock 'n roll
21:38 - Taj played with Santana, Orianthi and Rob Thomas
22:40 - JAMMING on a Santana-style vamp
24:50 - Taj breaks his pickup switch often, so he does this
25:52 - Taj's debut album drops in August 2024
26:52 - Taj's riff-writing is awesome
29:08 - The guitar future is bright!
29:43 - Taj's VERY special butt guitar picks
All Comments (21)
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I think what is more impressive than his guitar playing is the fact he has a moustache at 14
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This dude is the living proof that I need to practice more🔥🔥🔥
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The kid just oozes feel. His technique, phrasing and pocket are spot on too. A natural... respect to Tyler for giving him space to shine. He's a better player... and only 14!
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I'm a drummer from Newcastle, Australia and I played a gig about 6 years ago where Taj joined in with Sweet Child o' Mine. I could instantly tell he was gonna be a major talent.
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from australia. this kid and his parents are incredible. never met them. but everything i've seen over the years impresses me.
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Thank God these youngsters are still showing up on the music scene. How amazing this young man is. Great video!!
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Taj and his whole family are wonderful. We have a mutual friend who got us together when he was playing fairly local to me, so I could bring the twin guitar I built for Eric Gales to let Taj try out. He is so humble and really welcomed me to hang out and talk guitars and gear. And SRV....we are both big fans. He even ended playing the guitar for a song in the set. Great hang. He deserves all the accolades.
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What an impressive, talented, and inspiring young man. Good job, Mom and Dad. This kid has the tools to go far.
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Great having a Dad like Brandin!
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Been following Taj for a while now. He's probably one of my favorite new guitarist. He has that gilmour effect. He knows how to work a note.
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What I like most is how nice and mature he is. He doesn’t let ego get into his personality and that’s so refreshing especially for such a young and talented musician.
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Been following Taj since the beginning and he will be around for a long time if he keeps his head on his shoulders like he has been and not lose the Passion. Taj beyond a shadow of doubt is Gifted! One thing is sure, you both need to play more together! Awesome Collab playing guys!
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I LOVED this interview!❤
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I've been Following Taj since the beginning. Love this kid! He is truly the Future of Guitar music!!!
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I've been following Taj for about 4 years now and his progression has been amazing to watch. Unbelievably talented young man!
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So glad you interviewed Taj - keep this handy in the archives, for when he goes legendary status and you can show this discussion about way back when. I think he’ll be all that, we’ve seen Taj a few times and he brings the emotional guitar sound every time.
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A 14 year old playing p90s says it all fir me 👌 He’s so melodic 👌👌
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I've been following Taj from that first video, I knew he was going to be something special, and boy is he. Thanks for bringing him on your channel.
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Taj is such a cool kid yet mature beyond his years, and damn, what a player. I hope he stays on track and doesn’t succumb to fame and fortune. I’ve seen his parents interviewed too and they seem to have their parenting heads on straight. Love his ear for tone and where, when to play his parts. Not just a hey, look how fast I can play these runs, kind of player. He’s got soul. That’s a cool guitar too. Like his playing, again understated but awesome tone. Excellent hang, Tyler, please have him on again down the road.
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Excited to see him recording a proper album! This kid is great for the world of guitar!
