Kaytranada

Biography

Kaytranada is the professional name of Louis Kevin Celestin, a Haitian-Canadian producer and DJ celebrated for his signature fusion of house, funk, R&B, and hip-hop. He first gained recognition in the early 2010s under the alias *Kaytradamus* before his 2013 remix of *Janet Jackson's* 'If' went viral. His official debut album, '99.9%', was released on #XL Recordings# in 2016 and won the prestigious Polaris Music Prize. His follow-up, 'Bubba', released via #RCA Records#, earned him two Grammy Awards in 2021, including Best Dance/Electronic Album, making him the first Black artist to win in that category. His work is characterized by syncopated drum patterns, soulful grooves, and a wide array of high-profile collaborations.