Russ Taff Bio, Wiki, Age, Height, Wife, Family, Career, and Net Worth

Russ Taff Biography

Russ Taff is an American gospel singer and songwriter who was born in Farmersville, California. He has sung a variety of musical styles throughout his career including pop-rock, traditional southern gospel, contemporary country music, and rhythm and blues.

He first gained recognition as lead vocalist for the Imperials (1977–81). One of his best-known performances is the song “Praise the Lord”. He has also been a member of the Gaither Vocal Band and occasionally tours with Bill Gaither in the Gaither Homecoming concerts. As a solo artist and songwriter, Taff is known for the 1980s anthem “We Will Stand”.

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10 Quick Facts About Russ Taff

1. Name: Russ Taff
2. Age: 68 years old as of 2021
3. Birthday: 11 November
4. Zodiac Sign: Scorpion
5. Height: Under Review
6. Nationality: American
7. Occupation: Gospel singer and songwriter
8. Marital Status: Married
9. Salary: Under Review
10. Net worth: $5 million

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Russ Taff Age

Taff is 69 years old as of 2023, he was born on 11 November 1953, in Farmersville, California, United States. He celebrates his birthday every 6 January and the zodiac sign is Scorpion.

Russ Taff Height

Taff stands at a height of 5 feet 6 inches.

Russ Taff Weight

Taff stands at a height of 62 kg.

Early Life and Education

Taff was born on November 11, 1953, in Farmersville, California. He was the fourth of five sons born to Joe and Ann Taff. His father was a pastor of a small Pentecostal church and a machinist, while his mother was a field worker who picked fruit and chopped cotton.

Some of his earliest memories are of being held in the church by his mom while he sang with the congregation. When Taff moved to Arkansas in his teens, he started listening to popular music for the first time in his life and found inspiration there too.

Rise To Fame

Taff first gained recognition as lead vocalist for the Imperials (1976–81). Among his best-known performances is the song “Praise the Lord”.

He has also been a member of the Gaither Vocal Band and occasionally tours with Bill Gaither in the Gaither Homecoming concerts. As a solo artist and songwriter, Taff is known for the 1980s anthem “We Will Stand”. Taff has received various Dove and Grammy Awards either as a solo artist or part of a larger musical group, most notably the Imperials.

Russ Taff Family

Taff was born to Joe and Ann Taff in Farmersville, California. He was the fourth of five sons. His father was a pastor of a small Pentecostal church and a machinist while his mother was a field worker who picked fruit and chopped cotton.

Russ Taff Wife

Taff is married to Tori Taff. The couple was blessed with a daughter known as Madi Taff. As for now, he lives in Farmersville, California, United States together with his family.

Russ Taff Net Worth

Taff has an estimated net worth of $5 million dollars as of 2023. This includes his assets, money, and income. His primary source of income is his career in music. Through his various sources of income, he has been able to accumulate good fortune but prefers to lead a modest lifestyle.

Russ Taff Facts and Body Measurements

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Russ Taff Wiki

• Full Name: Russ Taff
• Gender: Male
• Profession: Gospel singer and songwriter
• Nationality: American
• Race/ Ethnicity: White
• Religion: Not Known
• Sexual Orientation: Straight

Russ Taff Age and Birthday

• Age/ How Old?: 69 years old as of 2023
• Date of Birth: 11 November
• Zodiac Sign: Scorpion
• Place of Birth: Farmersville, California, United States
• Birthday: 11 November

Russ Taff Family and Relationship

• Father’s Name: Joseph Taff
• Mother’s Name: Monique Banzon-Daez
• Siblings: Eight siblings
• Marital Status: Married
• Married?: Tori Taff
• Children/ Kids: Madi Taff

Russ Taff Body Measurements

• Height/ How tall?: 6 feet
• Weight: 62 kg
• Eye Color: Brown
• Hair Color: Black

Russ Taff Net Worth and Salary

• Profession: Gospel singer and songwriter
• Net worth: $5 million
• Salary: Under Review

Career

Taff learned early on that when he sang, people sat up and responded with feeling. Taff’s earliest memories are balanced on the church altar and by his mother’s strong arms while he belted out on gospel chorus to the rollicking encouragement of the tiny congregation. His trademark rich, emotion-drenched vocals were formed in a fertile environment.

In his teen, he moved to Arkansas where he began listening to popular music for the first time and found he found inspiration there, too. Contemporary Christian music was gaining prominence in the traditional lines between ‘secular’ and ‘sacred’ were starting to blur.

Taff formed a local band called Sounds of Joy and began writing songs that combined the spiritual truths of his childhood with the music of his generation. In two years his band served as an opening act for the legendary Imperials, Taff was invited to join them as lead vocalist.

Taff is with the Imperials, gain and extensive recognition in ‘The Voice’ behind award-winning songs and albums that successfully completed the group’s transition from traditional to contemporary Christian.

Taff was eager to experience and explore all aspects of music, He left the Imperials after four and a half years in order to pursue a solo career. He then captured the imagination of the industry releasing a series of innovative works that delved into his musical heritage and pushing the boundaries of contemporary Christian music.

Taff at often times cowrites his lyrics, with his wife Tori, he chronicled his personal spiritual path. by Soaring, aching, raucous, or tendering the songs he chose to wrap a kind of his one voice around where he unflinchingly being honest. Artistically, He was always authentic but never predictable. Taff’s eclectic taste was reflected in his recordings and live concerts, as he drew from all genres– rock, pop, blues, Southern gospel, Black gospel, country, even big band.

Taff is not a right-down kind of a middle kind of a guy,” he cheerfully admits. Taff has been influenced musically by so many styles that I try to never place restrictions on myself. Taff chooses to label it, and his music has won him not only a wide audience and critical acclaim but a total of five Grammy awards and nine Gospel Music Association Dove awards.

Taff was has been hailed by Billboard Magazine as “the single most electrifying voice in Christian music.” But he never forgot where he came from, or the sounds that first stirred his soul. His other songs were hailed by Billboard magazine as “the single most electrifying voice in Christian music,” Taff has garnered six GRAMMY® Awards and 18 Gospel Music Association Dove Awards.

Inducted into the Gospel Music Association Hall of Fame an unprecedented three times as a soloist, as well as a member of The Imperials and the Gaither Vocal Band Taff,  is also a member of the Christian Music Hall of Fame and the Arkansas Walk of Fame.

Taff fame rose with The Imperials, trailblazers of the contemporary Christian music movement of 1970, Taff was the voice behind quintessential hits as “Praise the Lord,” “Trumpet of Jesus” and “I’m Forgiven,” among others. Taff defying genre sound endeared him to Southern Gospel audiences, he spent three years as a member of the world-renowned Gaither Vocal Band.

Taff has 11 solo albums which he has recorded to date, including industry benchmarks Medals of (1985), Taff (1987), and Under Their Influence(1991), and his classic singles include “We Will Stand,” “I’m Not Alone,” “Not Gonna Bow” and “Love Is Not A Thing.” From rock giants Kings of Leon to MercyMe’s Bart Millard and Newsboys’ Michael Tait, Taff’s influence is felt throughout the music world.

Alcoholic dad

Taff’s father was a drunkard who would usually get home and when he is drunk and started screaming at Taff’s mom, calling her a whore and worse. Taff grabbed his younger brother, and his other two siblings and crawled with them under their bunk bed and huddled against the wall, hoping to God their raging father wouldn’t explode into their room.

Taff was lived as a terrified young man in his home with his siblings. When Taff’s father was sober, he was a hellfire-and-brimstone preacher of a tiny Pentecostal church in a small farming community in California and doing whatever he could to hide his rampant alcoholism and anger from his congregation.

The film deals with childhood abuse, alcoholism, depression, suicidal thoughts, family abandonment, and showing up drunk for a major Christian TV show taping. It’s also a story of hope, redemption, and healing. But it took decades for Taff to get to that place.

Songs

Tracklist

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Notable Travel, Events, and Experiences

• 1974: Taff joined the Imperials, a popular Southern gospel group, and toured with them for several years.
• 1980: Taff released his first solo album, “Russ Taff.” The album was a critical and commercial success, and it launched his solo career.
• 1981: Taff performed at the White House for President Ronald Reagan and First Lady Nancy Reagan.
• 1984: Taff won two Grammy Awards for his album “Rhythm and Romance.”
• 1985: Taff was diagnosed with cancer, but he underwent successful treatment and continued his career.
• 1991: Taff released his album “Back to the Heart,” which was a return to his roots in Southern gospel music.
• 2000: Taff was inducted into the Gospel Music Hall of Fame.
• 2013: Taff released his album “The Heart of Worship,” which was a collection of worship songs.

Future Aspirations and Goals

• Continue writing and recording music
• Continue touring and performing live
• Inspire and uplift people with his music
• Work with other artists to create new and innovative music
• Write a book about his life and career.
• Start a foundation to help people in need.

Russ Taff Awards Accomplishments and Achievements

• 1977 Best Gospel Performance, Contemporary or Inspirational for Sail On
• 1979 Best Gospel Performance, Contemporary or Inspirational for Heed the Call
• 1981 Best Gospel Performance, Contemporary or Inspirational for Priority

Behind-the-scenes stories

Taff has said that he was initially hesitant to join the Imperials because he didn’t think he was good enough. However, he was eventually convinced to join, and he ended up staying with the group for seven years. Taff has said that he learned a lot from the other members of the Imperials, and that he had a lot of fun touring and performing with them.

Humor and Personality

• “I think humor is a great way to connect with people. It can break the ice and make people feel more comfortable.”
• “I’m not afraid to make fun of myself. I think it’s important to be able to laugh at yourself, especially in this business.”
• “I have a knack for making people feel comfortable and at ease. I think it’s because I’m not afraid to be myself.”

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Final Thought

Russ Taff is a believer. He believes in the power of people to make a difference in the world. He is an inspiration to us all to never lose hope and to always strive for a better future.

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