The James Taylor Quartet

The James Taylor Quartet are a British four-piece jazz funk band who have become renowned for their live performances. They were formed by Hammond organ player James Taylor following the break-up of his former band The Pris

The James Taylor Quartet are a British four-piece jazz funk band who have become renowned for their live performances. They were formed by Hammond organ player James Taylor following the break-up of his former band The Prisoners in the wake of Stiff Records' bankruptcy. The core line-up is James Taylor (Hammond organ), David Taylor (guitar), Gary Crockett (bass) and Neil Robinson (drums) though recordings and live performances often feature a vocalist and horn section.

The band are often referred to by the acronym JTQ, and have no connection to the American singer-songwriter James Taylor.