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Makky Kaylor (born Morris Alan Kaylor) was born on February 10, 1964. He is a professional songwriter, most notably recognized in 2024 as the composer of Tennessee's 14th official state song, "Tennessee, In My Dreams." Kaylor is also a recording artist, entertainer, and radio personality.
Career
editMemphis, Tennessee, was not just Kaylor's birthplace but also the birthplace of his musical journey. In his early years, he wrote songs on the piano and performed on stage in elementary school. At 15, he officially began his music career as a lead vocalist and occasional keyboardist, performing regionally. This musical basis paved the way for a successful career as a studio session vocalist. His session work and songwriting eventually led him to Nashville at age 25, where he became a staff songwriter on Music Row for various music publishing companies and recorded numerous songs by multiple artists.
While in Nashville, Kaylor became an A-list demo singer for many Hall of Fame songwriters, including Harlan Howard, Randy Goodrum, Bob Morrison, and Jim Weatherly. He is the author of "Confessions of a Session Singer," published by Hal Leonard Publishing/Backbeat Books in 2007, and several other manuscripts.
Kaylor's recording and performance repertoire includes commercial jingles, like prominent brands such as The Grand Ole Opry and Blue Diamond Almonds. As a recording artist, he has produced a diverse collection of albums and singles, highlighting his remarkable versatility and vocal range. His performance repertoire includes a notable duet with Grammy winner Larry Gatlin and The Gatlin Brothers. Kaylor has consistently received standing ovations in live settings at esteemed venues such as The Ryman Auditorium and The Tennessee Theatre. His television appearances encompass a variety of shows[1] on The Family Channel, RFD-TV, Hulu/CBS, and The Hallmark Channel.
In 2022, Kaylor, Brenda Lynn Allen,[2] and Jack Plant co-founded Muletown Sound, Inc./Southern Roots Radio,[3] a worldwide music broadcasting company based in "Muletown" Columbia, Tennessee. Kaylor co-hosts the popular multi-platform broadcast "Swanky Southern Nights" with Allen, showcasing his trademarked "The Swanky South" music brand, featuring an original blend of jazz, country, and soul music.
In 2023, the state designated Kaylor "The Tennessee Troubadour." He has also received several regional designations, including "Swanky South Day" (2020) and "Makky Kaylor Day[4]" (2024) from the governments of Columbia, Tennessee, and Maury County.
In 2024, Kaylor's original composition "Tennessee, In My Dreams" was entered into the history books as Tennessee's 14th official state song,[5] one of an elite few. On April 16, 2024, Governor William Lee signed a bill[6] enacting Kaylor's composition as an official state song.[7]
Health challenges have significantly shaped Kaylor's journey and impacted his personal life, faith, and professional pursuits. The narrative of his resilience, survival, and accomplishments is profoundly significant.
| Birthdate | February 10, 1964 |
| Born | Morris Alan "Mak" Kaylor, Memphis, Tennessee, USA |
| Professional Name | Makky Kaylor |
| Genres | Country-Jazz, Southern Soul |
| Instruments | Vocals, piano |
| Occupation | Songwriter/Artist/Entertainer |
| Years active | 1979-present |
Discology
editAlbums
| Year | Title | Label |
|---|---|---|
| 2012 | Glad Tidings | Independent |
| 2013 | A Little Sentimental – A Storybook Album | Vision Records |
| 2014 | Live from the Swanky South | Really Good Records |
Singles
| Year | Title |
|---|---|
| 2002 | "They Saw a King" |
| 2021 | "How Our Love Song is Played" |
| 2021 | "My Baby's Lovin'" |
| 2021 | "I Want to Love You" |
| 2021 | "Too Many Songs About Memphis" |
| 2024 | "Tennessee, In My Dreams" |
References
edit- ^ Johnson, Claudia (2023-04-03). "Makky Kaylor: Making Music in Muletown and the Swanky South". Country Reunion Music. Retrieved 2024-09-17.
- ^ Stories, Local (July 15, 2024). "Rising Stars: Meet Brenda Lynn Allen - NashvilleVoyager Magazine | Nashville's Most Inspiring Stories". nashvillevoyager.com.
- ^ Powell, Jay. "Southern Roots brings music, culture worldwide with new Columbia station". The Daily Herald. Retrieved 2024-09-17.
- ^ July 17, Chris Gregory on; 2024 (2024-07-17). "Columbia declares "Makky Kaylor Day" - Main Street Media of Tennessee". Main Street Media of Tennessee -. Retrieved 2024-09-17.
{{cite web}}:|last2=has numeric name (help)CS1 maint: numeric names: authors list (link) - ^ May 29, Chris Gregory on; 2024 (2024-05-29). "Columbia songwriter pens newest official state song - Main Street Media of Tennessee". Main Street Media of Tennessee -. Retrieved 2024-09-17.
{{cite web}}:|last2=has numeric name (help)CS1 maint: numeric names: authors list (link) - ^ "Tennessee SB2390 | 2023-2024 | 113th General Assembly". LegiScan. Retrieved 2024-09-17.
- ^ ne4ws@therogersvillereview.com, STAFF REPORT (2024-05-26). "'Tennessee, In My Dreams' designated official State Song". The Rogersville Review. Retrieved 2024-09-17.
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