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Taj Mahal, born Henry Fredericks, is a blues musician, singer and multi-instrumentalist who plays guitar, banjo, piano and harmonica and has spent five decades widening the definition of the blues. His 1968 debut The Natch'l Blues and its follow-up Giant Step in 1969 brought Caribbean, African and Hawaiian rhythms into the genre, and he has released about fifty albums, including Mo' Roots and Music Keeps Me Together. He won the Grammy for Best Contemporary Blues Album with Keb' Mo' for TajMo, and he won again for Get on Board, made with Ry Cooder. The Americana Music Association honored him with a Lifetime Achievement Award for Performance in 2014. His live shows are joyful, genre-crossing journeys, played with his trio, a full band or solo for festivals and theaters.
- Genres: blues and R&B
- Active since 1964
- Born in New York City
- Labels: Columbia Records
- Category: Musician
Estimated fee range
How much does Taj Mahal cost?
Booking Taj Mahal is estimated at $50K–$100K. That figure is for planning only. A confirmed offer depends on the date, market and event, and travel and production are typically on top.
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Career timeline
Milestones
- Released the album The Natch’l Blues
- Released the album Taj Mahal
- Released the album Giant Step / De Ole Folks at Home
- Released the album Happy Just to Be Like I Am
- Won the Grammy for Best Contemporary Blues Album ("Señor Blues")
- Won the Grammy for Best Contemporary Blues Album ("Shoutin’ In Key")
- Received the Americana Lifetime Achievement Award for Performance
- Won the Grammy for Best Contemporary Blues Album ("TajMo")
- Won the Grammy for Best Traditional Blues Album ("Get On Board")
- Won the Grammy for Best Traditional Blues Album ("Swingin' Live At The Church In Tulsa")
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Booking Taj Mahal: questions
What is the typical fee range for Taj Mahal?
Our estimate puts Taj Mahal in the $50K–$100K range (estimate).
Who is similar to Taj Mahal but less expensive?
Comparable active acts in a lower estimated range include Jimmie Vaughan, Elvin Bishop, Bobby Rush.
Who is similar to Taj Mahal but in a higher fee range?
If the budget allows, similar active acts in a higher estimated range include Zucchero, Buddy Guy, Tom Keifer.
How do I send a booking inquiry for Taj Mahal?
Use the availability form on this page with your date, city, event type and budget range. Altus Entertainment contacts Taj Mahal's representatives and replies within one business day; there is no cost to ask.
What is Taj Mahal's booking fee?
The estimated booking fee for Taj Mahal is $50K–$100K (estimate).
How much does it cost to book Taj Mahal?
Plan for an estimated $50K–$100K for the fee itself, plus travel, production and hospitality. Altus Entertainment will confirm the real number for your date.
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