Butch Taylor (Born Clarence Francis Taylor on April 13, 1961 in Shawsville, Virginia) is a composer, writer, keyboardist and long time guest musician with the Dave Matthews Band. Although not a formal member of the band he has acted as a permanent sixth member of the group, making contributions on both studio and live albums, since 1998. Before teaming up with the band, Taylor played in the band Secrets with Dave Matthews Band drummer, Carter Beauford as well as longtime Dave Matthews Band friend and guest guitarist, Tim Reynolds.