Biography

Taylor Simpson is a professional musician based in New York. In 2018, Taylor started drumming for Pakistani Sufi-rock band, Junoon, playing in arenas and stadiums throughout the world. With Junoon, Taylor toured many countries including the USA, Canada, UK, Pakistan, India, Bangladesh, Qatar, and UAE, playing venues such as Wembley Arena, Dubai Tennis Stadium, and Bangladesh Army Stadium.

From 2022-2024, Taylor played drums for the West Side Story International Tour, bringing Leonard Bernstein’s timeless classic to over half a million people throughout Europe and Asia.

Taylor studied classical percussion at the Manhattan School of Music precollege and holds a Bachelor of Music degree in Studio Production from SUNY Purchase. He has performed as a percussionist and drummer with orchestras in places such as Carnegie Hall, Alte Oper in Frankfurt, Dubai Opera, and Théâtre du Châtelet in Paris. Since 2020, Taylor has worked as a drummer, music producer, and audio engineer for prolific songwriter, Larry Dvoskin, and operates a music production and percussion studio in New York. For all booking inquires including touring, recording, and teaching, please use the contact form below.