Kate Markowitz

Iconic singer-songwriter James Taylor performs beloved classics and selections from his chart-topping new album Before This World, his first collection of original music in 13 years.

Famous and wealthy funnyman George Simmons doesn't give much thought to how he treats people until a doctor delivers stunning health news, forcing George to reevaluate his priorities with a little help from aspiring stand-up comic Ira.

James Taylor plays a selection of new songs and greatest hits in this intimate performance filmed in his Martha's Vineyard home. Includes an insightful interview with the singer/songwriter and such pop gems as "Secret of Life," "Wandering," "You've Got a Friend," "Fire & Rain," "Sweet Baby James," "Country Road," "Mexico," "Your Smiling Face," and more.

Songs: Everyday, That's Why I'm Here, Only One, Frozen Man, On the 4th of July, Whenever You're Ready, Raised Up Family, Mexico, Steamroller Blues, Carolina in My Mind, Millworker, Sun on the Moon, Junkie's Lament, Copperline, Shed a Little Rain, Fire and Rain, You've Got a Friend, Your Smiling Face, How Sweet It Is (To Be Loved by You), Traffic Jam, Knock on Wood, You Can Close Your Eyes, Sweet Baby James Behind the scenes: the making of October Road Biography and discography

Filmed in Los Angeles in 1990, the complete Live at the Cocoanut Grove will do nothing to alter indifference from jazz purists toward fusion guitarist Lee Ritenour. But hardcore Rit fans and other viewers without a jazz-pop ax to grind will find this concert a particularly stimulating, wonderfully textured musical event built around the star and a parade of international talent.

James Taylor: Live At The Beacon Theater is the documentation of an incredible live performance by soft rock singer-songwriter James Taylor. This live concert features many of Taylor’s greatest hits performed in front of an intense audience. These hits include, but are not limited to the songs Fire and Rain and Sweet Baby James from the many multiplatinum albums by this enduring artist. As a bonus in this film, Taylor also shares the stories behind his many songs and how he came to write them. He also talks candidly about his career in this fabulous performance, which is a testament to his great talent and creative abilities.