[5] While Taylor never achieved the stardom of some of his contemporaries in the post-World War II Chicago blues scene, he was nevertheless an integral part of that era.

He is especially noted as a main accompanist for Jimmy Reed;[6] he also worked for John Lee Hooker, Big Walter Horton, Sam Lay,[7] and others.

Earwig Music Company recorded him with Kansas City Red and Big John Wrencher for the album Original Chicago Blues.

[8] He later teamed up with Earring George Mayweather, and they jointly recorded several tracks, including "You'll Always Have a Home" and "Don't Knock at My Door".

[10] In the 1970s, Taylor participated in the American Blues Legends '74 tour of Europe organised by Big Bear Records, appearing on the album of the same name as well as solo long-player, Ready For Eddie.