John Parkerurban, born in Flint Michigan and raised in a Pentecostal church, discovered a passion for music early on. He began working on his ear playing an old Gibson SG hand wired to a Jambox. A few of his earliest influences were Randy Rhodes, Joe Pass, Tal Farlow, Hank Williams Jr, NWA, Prince, The Ghetto Boys, Run DMC, George Jones, Shawn Lane, Johnny Paycheck, SRV, Snoop, Hendrix, Public Enemy, Angus Young and his uncle Marvin. John is a 12 year Veteran of the Marine Corps and has traveled the globe stretching from Japan to Norway while slinging his guitar the whole time. He has performed with or directly supported Syl Johnson, The Soul Rebel’s, TSP, Roosevelt Collier, J-Dash, Shuggie Ottis, Bobby Lee Rodgers, Natalie Stewart of Floetry, Midnite, Jah Elect, Atlanta Rhythm Section, Toots and the Maytals, Nth Power, Robert Randolph and The Wailers. Currently taking a break from the 8 piece lineup of Parker Urban Band to explore music deeper along with other influences such as Miles Davis, Grant Green, Trane, Fela Kuti, Wes Montgomery, Mccoy Tyner, Bill Evans and Chet Baker. You may hear and feel a blend of Jazz, Funk, Improvisation, Jam and Hip Hop when you catch the downbeat.

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The love affair began early, which may very well explain how Taylor Roberts’ professional career is well into its third decade. Spanning as wide a range of influences as there are

genres of music, Taylor Roberts has earned a reputation that is continuously expanding.

Although his heart is deeply steeped in Jazz, Roberts does not easily fit into any one box. His influences range from R&B, to Classic Rock, to Pop, and everything in between. Years of intensive study with world-renowned educators such as Barry Greene, Keith Javors, and Bunky Green have proven to continually pay off as his career expands. His reworkings and adaptations of songs old and new entrance established fans, while attracting new fans on a nightly basis. Roberts has appeared multiple times at the Jacksonville Jazz Festival and has toured internationally with the Christian Tamburr Quintet. He has been hired by the Rolling Stones to play their private events. His position as the primary in-house entertainment at the Ritz-Carlton, Amelia Island from 2014-2023 has allowed him opportunities to travel the world and enjoy residencies at other luxury resorts as he performs for an international audience on a nightly basis.

Committed to music education for over 20 years, Roberts has additionally conducted clinics at various colleges, universities, and conservatories across the United States.

Roberts’ versatility is evident, due to his collaborations with such names as Rodney “Darkchild” Jerkins, Marvin “Toneworld” Hemmings, Charlie Hunter, Keith David, Maria Howell, Andy McKee, Richard Smith, Gareth Pearson, Greg Koch, Dan Wilson, and Ted Ludwig.

In addition to his rising visibility, Roberts is dedicated to using the finest products, endorsing Benedetto Guitars, Ribbecke Guitars, Buscarino amplifiers, and Henriksen amplifiers.

Likened to Tommy Emmanuel, Russell Malone, Wes Montgomery, Tuck Andress and Charlie Hunter, Roberts’ masterful playing has begun to etch his name alongside his heroes.