American Dreamers: 50 Years of Taylor Guitars Taylor Guitars
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Join us on a melodic journey as Taylor Guitars co-founders Bob Taylor and Kurt Listug lead us through the captivating story of Taylor's remarkable 50-year legacy. In this insightful podcast series, hosted by Dave Peletier, Director of Sales at Taylor Guitars, Bob and Kurt share anecdotes, pivotal moments, and the passion that has fueled Taylor's growth and innovation since its inception.
From humble beginnings to becoming a global icon in the world of acoustic guitars, each episode offers a glimpse into the heart and soul of Taylor Guitars. Through engaging conversations, listeners will uncover the trials, triumphs, and transformative experiences that have shaped the company's identity and fueled its commitment to craftsmanship, sustainability, and community.
Whether you're a seasoned musician, a devoted Taylor enthusiast, or simply a lover of inspiring stories, "Strumming Through Time" invites you to tune in and discover the harmonious blend of artistry, dedication, and innovation that defines Taylor Guitars' enduring legacy. Join us as we pluck the strings of history and celebrate 50 years of musical excellence with Bob, Kurt, and Dave as your guides.
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The 90s
Join Bob Taylor and Kurt Listug as they retrace Taylor Guitars’ journey through the 1990s. It was a decade of pioneering innovation and tremendous growth for the company. In part 4 of our historical podcast, Bob and Kurt reminisce about the inspiration for Taylor’s brand identity, the invention of the Grand Auditorium body style, the artists who inspired them, and how computer-controlled machines enabled them to design and build guitars in a whole new way.
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80s Rock
After a tumultuous start and some early setbacks, Bob Taylor and Kurt Listug persevered into the '80s—a decade in which the music scene was not particularly friendly to acoustic guitars. As the acoustic market languished, Bob and Kurt found ways to keep their fledgling operation on its feet and growing, seizing unexpected opportunities to support the business when conditions were less than ideal. But it wasn't all cloudy skies. As Bob and Kurt discuss in the third episode of our oral history podcast, Taylor began making guitars for artists, building guitar cases in house, Bob introduced the Grand Concert model, and the company reached a milestone with its first million-dollar year.
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The Early Days
In the second episode of our oral history podcast, Taylor Guitars co-founders Bob Taylor and Kurt Listug dive into the challenges they experienced in the first years of the company's existence. Though they faced financial obstacles, long night shifts and literal floods, there were also successes to celebrate, like signing their first distribution deal and seeing their guitars in the hands of household names like Neil Young. Bob and Kurt recount the lessons they took away from those difficult days as well as the early wins that helped them build momentum as manufacturers of quality guitars and forge a foundation on which the company could grow.
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The Road to the American Dream
In the first episode of this oral history podcast, Taylor Guitars co-founders Bob Taylor and Kurt Listug reminisce about growing up in San Diego, California, their passion for music and making things, and how their paths first crossed at the hippie-vibed American Dream guitar shop. Bob recalls his obsession with building guitars as a teenager, and he and Kurt reveal the foundation of their successful and enduring partnership, which began when Bob was just 19 and Kurt was 21.