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Canadian Music Visionary La Mar Taylor Honored by Billboard
15 Nov
Summary
- La Mar Taylor named first Billboard Canada 40 Under 40 Visionary Award honoree
- Recognized for over a decade of work with The Weeknd and impact on Toronto's creative community
- Canadian country singer Cameron Whitcomb rises on Billboard Canadian Hot 100 chart
In a significant milestone for the Canadian music industry, La Mar Taylor has been named the first-ever Billboard Canada 40 Under 40 Visionary Award honoree. The recognition comes in acknowledgment of Taylor's more than a decade-long work with global superstar The Weeknd, as well as his profound impact on Toronto's creative community.
As The Weeknd's creative director, Taylor has been instrumental in shaping the artist's visual identity, from album covers to tours and even the iconic Super Bowl halftime show. The pair's journey together began in their teenage years in Scarborough, where they dropped out of school to pursue their musical dreams.
Separately, Canadian country singer Cameron Whitcomb continues to make waves on the charts. His track "Options" has risen from 69 to 64 on the Billboard Canadian Hot 100 as of November 15th. The song, which reflects Whitcomb's sobriety journey, has been well-received by fans, further cementing the young artist's status as a rising star in the Canadian music landscape.
Additionally, a new report by Live Nation has revealed that Canadians overwhelmingly prefer live music as their entertainment of choice, with nearly 4 in 10 people surveyed selecting it over sports and movies. This underscores the vital role that the live music industry plays in the Canadian economy, contributing billions in tax revenue and employment.
