Troy Taylor (record producer)
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| Birth name | Troy Christopher Taylor |
| Also known as | Mayor of R&B |
| Born | New Haven, Connecticut, U.S. |
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| Formerly of | The Characters |
Troy Christopher Taylor is an American record producer, singer, and songwriter known for his discovery and mentorship of R&B singer Trey Songz. He was formerly a member of production collective The Characters, and founded the record label Songbook Entertainment in 2002, through which he signed Songz the following year. Throughout his career, Taylor has produced and worked extensively with the singer, as well as other prominent R&B acts including the Isley Brothers, Aretha Franklin, Patti LaBelle, Whitney Houston, and Boyz II Men.