Things are wrapping up here in the edit. We have a really iconic looking video on our hands. Taylor looks amazing. I thought I'd post one of my favorite frames from the actual music video for you guys to check out. The video premieres in a couple weeks. I'll keep you posted. Thanks for the love and support...
Jake,that is absolutely gorgeous. This video is going to be amazing ! Great job !
Posted by: JAG | Monday, February 02, 2009 at 06:11 PM
I'm so excited. I can't wait to see it. Taylor looks wonderful. Thanks for sharing.
Posted by: Charlotte Harris | Monday, February 02, 2009 at 06:14 PM
OMG!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! thud
Posted by: kathy wooten | Monday, February 02, 2009 at 06:16 PM
Stunning, fantastic, stupendous, glamorous, WOW!!
Thanks Jake -- you done good!
Posted by: juliegr | Monday, February 02, 2009 at 06:24 PM
Oh my my!!!!!
Simply stunning.......
What a handsome fellow that Taylor Hicks is! Can't wait to see it on the Yahoo Music site on Feb 17.
Thanks Jake!
Posted by: griz | Monday, February 02, 2009 at 06:25 PM
Jake, thank you so much! Well done!
Posted by: pc325 | Monday, February 02, 2009 at 06:27 PM
Jake, this photograph is an absolite classic! You do beautiful work. And of course, you are working with a very handsome subject who does your creative work proud.
Posted by: Txsoulgal | Monday, February 02, 2009 at 06:28 PM
OH WOW! That is HAWT!! I can't wait to see this video!!
Posted by: Julieanne | Monday, February 02, 2009 at 06:36 PM
Jake, you titled it appropriately, The Perfect Frame indeed. I look forward to this video for more than seeing Taylor, I am anxious to see your vision come together! Thanks for letting us in on some of the process!!!
Posted by: Mac | Monday, February 02, 2009 at 06:48 PM
what a great picture. Can hardly wait for the video! Taylor Hicks is an exciting entertainer. Thank you for your update.
Posted by: toffee | Monday, February 02, 2009 at 06:58 PM
Love it! Thanks, Jake! The anticipation is building... :-)
Posted by: timewarpnut | Monday, February 02, 2009 at 07:10 PM
Jake, Thanks for the update, see why its one of your favorites, he looks wonderful
Posted by: jerseyirsh | Monday, February 02, 2009 at 07:15 PM
Honestly, and weirdly, I've been having dreams about Taylor Hicks now because you've been mentioning this music video project the last few weeks.
(not those kind of dreams!)
It seems like Taylor is being re-branded from how he had been packaged before and it feels sorta right.
Posted by: aTreasuryOf.com | Monday, February 02, 2009 at 07:18 PM
Wasn't sure what you meant by iconic, but this picture sort of fills be in. What a great look!!!
Posted by: Tayfancier | Monday, February 02, 2009 at 07:28 PM
Looks amazing!
Posted by: Laurie | Monday, February 02, 2009 at 07:37 PM
Wow, Taylor looks great. Fantastic shot! Thanks for sharing this with us.
I'm so looking forward to the video.
Posted by: Shoretime | Monday, February 02, 2009 at 07:55 PM
Thanks for sharing the good news and the picture. I'm looking forward to seeing the video and getting 'The Distance' I love the picture. You've done a great job of showcasing our man. Thanks
Posted by: Carole | Monday, February 02, 2009 at 08:13 PM
Oh you know us well! Great job! A classic...I love the sounds of that! Thanks!
Posted by: 3T | Monday, February 02, 2009 at 08:18 PM
So are you trying to kill us slowly?
Posted by: tishlp | Monday, February 02, 2009 at 08:39 PM
You just knocked off half the Soul Patrol, you know that Jake! The other half is trying to get up off the floor to comment on the picture. You are my new idol. Your film work is stunning going by that one screencap. You rock. Taylor looks fabulous. Love the look, the dark hair and I know the video will be amazing.
Thanks!
Posted by: Louise | Monday, February 02, 2009 at 08:54 PM
Jake, you are the man! This is just wondorous.
Posted by: Gloria | Monday, February 02, 2009 at 08:56 PM
So, looks like we've got a star on our hands -- like we didn't already know that.
Thank you Jake -- I simply can't wait for this video!
Posted by: Bonnie | Monday, February 02, 2009 at 09:01 PM
Oh my that picture of Taylor is stunning.
Posted by: HAIRDRESSER | Monday, February 02, 2009 at 09:09 PM
Jake: That would make a great album cover. Or video cover. It's perfect.
Posted by: Louise | Monday, February 02, 2009 at 09:15 PM
Jake - Thank you for keeping us intrigued !
Can't wait to see what you've done !!
Posted by: havingfun | Monday, February 02, 2009 at 09:49 PM
Wowza. Lighting really is everything. Jake, you've proven your expertise. Can. Not. Wait.
Posted by: BaDaBling | Monday, February 02, 2009 at 11:19 PM
WOW. You are a true artist. Can't wait to see your vision.
Posted by: Kathy | Monday, February 02, 2009 at 11:35 PM
Are the cd covers done? This would sell off the shelves like hot cakes! THIS needs to be the album cover! The other is nice but this is HOT! I love Taylor's hair but the lighting on this and those eyelashes - geez!
I know he said "the gray will stay" but if you put this side by side with the current cover for The Distance there is just no doubt which one is best.
Talk to the man, Jake! We love him as he is - but this is over the top. Talk about new fans! Yep! Lord you've got us all in a thither in Taylor Hicks Land!
Thanks for another teaser...great job!
Posted by: Jules | Monday, February 02, 2009 at 11:46 PM
OOOH MAN! This picture makes me even more excited for this video!
Thanks Jake!
Posted by: cmbing | Monday, February 02, 2009 at 11:52 PM
I agree with Kathy above...this should be the cover. Thanks for the sneak peeks for the video....I am floored by what I am seeing.
He has obviously chosen a pro in you.
Posted by: suze4158 | Tuesday, February 03, 2009 at 12:33 AM
Did you change Taylor's haircolor? And if you did ... WHY?
Posted by: Amanda | Tuesday, February 03, 2009 at 12:41 AM
Fantabulous!! Jake you are amazing...working with an amazing subject. Can't wait for the music video!!
Posted by: Judy | Tuesday, February 03, 2009 at 01:25 AM
Thank you Jake - that is really stunning... very impressive, and yes, as you can tell we all agree that Taylor looks amazing... cannot wait for this video, its really something to look forward too.
Posted by: Karenlyn | Tuesday, February 03, 2009 at 02:09 AM
Jake,
Wow, thank you! Love the romantic look of this, Taylor looks so elegant, stunning! You've captured his spirit perfectly! Really looking forward to the video! Love this so much!
Posted by: Jeanni | Tuesday, February 03, 2009 at 02:22 AM
If this frame tells the tale of the video, then I say thumbs up, waaay up.
Well done, Jake!
Posted by: Chris | Tuesday, February 03, 2009 at 04:57 AM
Jake, this is a beautiful shot- thank you so much- can't wait for the sneak peek on the 17th. He looks amazing- from this and the other shots we've seen, I think it's a winner.
Posted by: sallyannlady | Tuesday, February 03, 2009 at 05:09 AM
Darkening his hair really works with the lighting tone you are using in this video.
Very cool, your sharing with fans some photos from the shoot. As you see, we're very appreciative.
Posted by: Sunny | Tuesday, February 03, 2009 at 07:16 AM
Thanks for sharing... the anticipation is building. It looks like Taylor chose the right person for the job.
Posted by: Trixi | Tuesday, February 03, 2009 at 07:59 AM
Whoa, Jake! You are indeed the talented one. That is a fabulous picture of Taylor. It is great to see that Taylor is being treated as the star that he is...can't wait for the video...thanks so much for your creative work. I also agree that this would be a great album cover (hint, hint).
Posted by: PatP | Tuesday, February 03, 2009 at 08:28 AM
Ok, so that got my attention this morning. Looking good!! Thanks!
Posted by: Cathy Beans | Tuesday, February 03, 2009 at 08:34 AM
What a beautiful picture! Im speechless!!
Posted by: Tammy K | Tuesday, February 03, 2009 at 08:53 AM
Where did that dark hair come from? I love his salt & pepper hair (well, mostly grey) but he looks fantastic in this photo!
Posted by: Niram | Tuesday, February 03, 2009 at 09:03 AM
Thanks for posting this frame! Here's hoping that the single and video are a huge success!!
Posted by: DJinKC | Tuesday, February 03, 2009 at 09:03 AM
Jake, I simply love this picture. You are very talented. Taylor looks absolutely fabulous. When I saw the picture, I almost fell off my chair. He looks stunning. This picture definitely would made a terrific album cover. Heck, people who don't know Taylor will buy the album for the picture alone.
Posted by: Angels | Tuesday, February 03, 2009 at 10:29 AM
Taylor looks like George Clooney's younger brother! He is gorgeous!
Posted by: Nicole | Tuesday, February 03, 2009 at 10:48 AM
omg.............breath taking.
Posted by: Gina | Tuesday, February 03, 2009 at 11:24 AM
Digging the color palette, the lighting, the vibe of the bar ... looking forward to the finished product!
Posted by: James | Tuesday, February 03, 2009 at 12:16 PM
Holy sh** Jake....you're ONE talented man for making us all drop dead at once!
Posted by: Shell | Tuesday, February 03, 2009 at 02:02 PM
This is great. I agree with those who think this should be the cover. Its fabulous.
Posted by: Millie Wilson | Tuesday, February 03, 2009 at 02:14 PM
Jake, there are no words, except to say--the picture frame is absolutely stunning!
Posted by: raylindy | Tuesday, February 03, 2009 at 05:49 PM
OMG AWESOME!!!!!!!!!!
Posted by: felicia | Tuesday, February 03, 2009 at 06:25 PM
I agree....this definitely has to be the album cover! Jake you are amazing! Thank you!
Posted by: Rina | Tuesday, February 03, 2009 at 06:52 PM
Jake I am a 42yr mom of three, HOWEVER, if you were to sell this picture as a poster I would buy one.
Posted by: SHL | Tuesday, February 03, 2009 at 07:08 PM
Love the whole thoughtful and reflective mood of the photo. It reminds me of a 1940's film noir. Is that a vintage mic?
Posted by: Nadia | Tuesday, February 03, 2009 at 09:28 PM
It's the eyes!!!!Makes you want to just hold him. Sexy! Can't wait for the video
Posted by: Tessa | Wednesday, February 04, 2009 at 03:38 PM
how is this lit? candle? is this candleit?
Posted by: Sound4Marissa | Wednesday, February 04, 2009 at 07:32 PM