Donald K. Tarlton, CM (born 12 May 1943) is a Canadian record producer and promoter. He promoted many concerts and Canadian musicians under the name Donald K. Donald.
Donald K. Tarlton | |
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| Also known as | Donald K. Donald |
| Born | 12 May 1943 Montreal, Quebec, Canada |
| Occupation(s) | Record producer, promoter |
| Labels | Last Gang Records, Aquarius |
Early life and education
Tarlton graduated from Rosemere High School in the Montreal area and then attended Sir George Williams University (now Concordia University).[1] His interest in entertainment promotion began in his youth.
Career
In 1966 Tarlton founded Donald K. Donald Productions, a concert promotion and booking company.[2]
Tarlton was one of several people who founded the Montreal-based Aquarius Records, noted for artists such as April Wine, Corey Hart and Sum 41.[2]
Tarlton has also been an occasional theatre promoter in the United States, including the Tony Award-winning Black and Blue and Tango Argentino.
In 1998, Tarlton founded the music industry promotion company Le Groupe DKD and founded several new music labels.[2]
Awards and recognition
- 1982: Félix Award, Producer of the Year[1]
- 1989: Tony Awards, Nomination, Best Musical "Black and Blue"
- 2000: Appointed Member of the Order of Canada[3][4]
- 2007: Walt Grealis Special Achievement Award, presented at the Juno Awards[5]
- 2015: SOCAN Special Achievement Award[6]