JUNO Award-winning Toronto singer-songwriter Dylan Sinclair has emerged as a dominant force in contemporary R&B. Hailed as an "R&B king in the making" by Complex and recognized as a "leading voice reshaping Toronto's R&B sound" by CBC Radio, the Filipino-Guyanese artist has distinguished himself through profound songwriting and innate musicality.
Sinclair began writing and recording at 15, releasing his 2018 debut EP Red Like Crimson. The project caught the ear of JUNO-winning producer Jordon Manswell, sparking a creative partnership that yielded Sinclair's gospel-tinged 2020 album Proverb and his first JUNO nomination for Traditional R&B/Soul Recording of the Year. His 2022 EP No Longer in the Suburbs elevated his profile with a Polaris Music Prize nomination and standout singles "Lifetime" and "Open." At the 2023 JUNO Awards, Sinclair claimed his first win for "Last One," his duet with Savannah Ré.
September 2024 marked a pivotal moment with the release of FOR THE BOY IN ME, his debut studio album. Executive produced with Manswell and crafted over several years, the 12-track collection channels '90s and early 2000s R&B while excavating themes of vulnerability and intimacy. The album secured his third JUNO nomination for Contemporary R&B Recording of the Year.
With over 100 million streams across platforms, Sinclair has collaborated with heavyweight producers Boi-1da, Rowan, and Marcus Semaj, alongside artists including Joyce Wrice, DESTIN CONRAD, and Leon Thomas. His work has drawn acclaim from Billboard, BET, Vibe, UPROXX, and ESSENCE.
Sinclair has sold out every headline show in his hometown of Toronto, culminating with a triumphant performance at the iconic Danforth Music Hall. His 2025 "baby, let's be honest" tour marked his evolution from national breakout to international artist, with sold-out debuts across Europe and North America including Brooklyn, Los Angeles, and London. He's delivered memorable performances at the 2023 JUNO Awards, London's All Points East Festival, and Montréal International Jazz Festival. Recent releases including the Motherland Sessions (Live) EP and the Amazon Music exclusive "Brown Sugar" featuring Leon Thomas underscore an artist in relentless creative motion. With his ability to balance classic R&B sensibility with contemporary innovation and a growing international audience, Sinclair stands as one of Canada's most essential voices and one of the genre's most compelling new talents on the global stage.