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www.MOSTmag.com || FASHIO N MAG A ZINE || 179TJ%u2019s musical talent began long before the age of 16. As a child, Taylor played the guitar and trumpet, which fostered his love for music. However, he admits that he prefers vocal melodies rather than playing live instruments. %u201cI love the whole digital electronic sound and composing music can be done in many different ways in this day and age.%u201d But that has not stopped Taylor from branching out to improve his talents in other areas, as he says that he is learning how to play the piano. ot only has Taylor taken the time to branch out into other industries, but he has also developed his sense of style as an artist. Taylor describes his style as mostly urban. %u201cI like to wear patterned jumpsuits and snapbacks, and I love high-tops. I really like to wear things that stand out: studded clothes, leather, and lots of accessories.%u201dTJ has seen successes in a span of only four years. He has come a long way from his hometown of Swindon, UK. TJ can never know what to expect on any given day. There is no %u2018typical%u2019 day for him anymore. %u201cEvery day is different, and that is what I love about being an artist.%u201d One day TJ can be off to a red carpet event, or in the office with his manager, planning his promotional tour and campaign. Other days he will box himself in the studio pouring out his feeling into a new melody. TJ has learned lessons from his hard work and offers advice for other aspiring teens and musicians. TJ says, %u201cYou need to believe in yourself before others believe in you.%u201d He recognizes that moving to a new place can be extremely daunting and frightening, especially when you are alone. However, TJ encourages new artists to be confident and have a goal, and if they have a reason for being there then there is no reason to panic.TJ acknowledges that whenever he has a bit of down time he likes to pop in a movie and snag a bag of popcorn, saying %u201cI am a huge movie freak!%u201d With such a busy schedule, filled with travel and engagements, %u201cIt%u2019s not possible to see my family and friends always in my down time as I%u2019m usually in another country, and so a movie in bed is the perfect way for me to let loose and relax.%u201d Traveling as much as he does, TJ admits that he cannot leave without his laptop, %u201cthe perfect travel companion.%u201d TJ explains, %u201cI always have my MacBook Pro with me, and I%u2019m always working on the go. It%u2019s a way of communicating, working, charging my phone, showcasing what I do, and watching movies.%u201daylor is currently working on promotion for his new hit single Emergency. You can also look forward to the release of his new hit single early this year. NOW magazine named TJ the %u201cArtist to Watch%u201d and Most concludes that you should keep your eyes on TJ. With this amount of success at age 20, who knows where he will be popping up next!