Lamar is a boundary-pushing composer whose artistic journey traverses the realms of opera, metal, performance, video, sculpture, and installation. With a BFA from The San Francisco Art Institute and a stint at the Yale School of Art’s sculpture program, Lamar’s path diverged when the music called, prompting a departure from academia to pursue his passion. His multidisciplinary work has garnered international acclaim, gracing prestigious venues such as The Rewire Festival in The Hague, Trauma Bar Berlin, and The Metropolitan Museum Of Art’s Cloisters. Lamar’s creations have also resonated at esteemed institutions like the Manhattan School of Music and London’s Wellcome Collection, demonstrating a captivating fusion of mediums and narratives. Continuing to hone his craft, Lamar delves into classical and bel canto techniques under the tutelage of Ira Siff. His dedication and innovation have earned him accolades including a 2016 Jerome Fund Grant for New Music (JFund), a 2016 NYFA Fellowship in Music and Sound, and grants from Material Vodka, the Rema Hort Mann Foundation, the Harpo Foundation, and the Franklin Furnace Fund. Lamar’s artistic footprint extends far and wide, with performances at venues ranging from MoMA PS1’s Greater New York to Wesleyan University and the New Museum. His work is a testament to the transformative power of art in challenging norms and sparking conversations, making Lamar a force to be reckoned with in the contemporary cultural landscape. Some of Lamar’s work include Lordship and Bondage: The Birth of the Negro Superman, The Cloisters, 2019; The Voice in Three Acts, MoMA PS1, 2015; NEGROGOTHIC, A Manifesto, The Aesthetics of M. Lamar Participant Inc., 2014.