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Julian Taylor
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Background information
Origin Toronto, Ontario
Genres Rock, folk, pop, Americana
Occupation(s) Singer-songwriter
Instruments Vocals, guitar
Labels Warner, Howling Turtle
Associated acts Staggered Crossing, Julian Taylor Band

Julian Taylor is a talented Canadian singer and songwriter. He writes and performs his own songs. He used to be part of a band called Staggered Crossing. After that band broke up in 2007, Julian started his own group, the Julian Taylor Band. He has been making music and performing ever since!

His songs have even been featured on popular TV shows. These include Degrassi: The Next Generation, Elementary, and Haven.

Julian Taylor has a unique background. He is part Black Canadian and part Mohawk.

Discover Julian Taylor's Albums

Julian Taylor has released many albums over the years. Here are some of his musical works:

  • Zero to Eleven - 2013
  • Tech Noir - 2014
  • Desert Star, Vol. 1 - 2015
  • Hey Hey Two Two - 2015
  • Avalanche - 2019
  • The Ridge - 2020
  • Beyond the Reservoir - 2022
  • Anthology Vol. 1 - 2023
  • Pathways - 2024

Julian Taylor's Awards and Recognitions

Julian Taylor and his band have been recognized for their amazing music. They have won and been nominated for many awards.

Year Award Category Nominee/Work Result
2014 Toronto Independent Music Awards Best Group Julian Taylor Band Nominated
2015 Indigenous Music Awards Best Group Julian Taylor Band Nominated
2015 Black Canadian Awards Best Jazz/Soul Act Julian Taylor Band Nominated
2021 Juno Awards of 2021 Contemporary Roots Album of the Year The Ridge, Julian Taylor Nominated
Indigenous Artist or Group Julian Taylor Nominated
16th Canadian Folk Music Awards Solo Artist of the Year Julian Taylor for The Ridge Won
English Songwriter of the Year Julian Taylor for The Ridge Nominated
2021 Polaris Music Prize Long listed The Ridge Nominated
2021 Canadian Music Week Indigenous Artist/Group Or Duo of the Year The Ridge Nominated
2023 Juno Awards of 2023 Contemporary Indigenous Artist of the Year Beyond the Reservoir Nominated
2023 18th Canadian Folk Music Awards Single of the Year 100 Proof Nominated
2023 Folk Music Ontario Performing Artist of the Year Won
2024 19th Canadian Folk Music Awards Contemporary Singer of the Year Beyond the Reservoir Nominated
Solo Artist of the Year Beyond the Reservoir Nominated
Single of the Year Seeds Nominated
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