Louis Kevin Celestin, known as KAYTRANADA, is a Haitian-born, Montreal-based DJ and producer. He gained fame with his viral remix of Janet Jackson’s “If” and has since become a leading figure in contemporary dance music. His debut album, 99.9%, released in 2016, received critical acclaim, winning the Polaris Music Prize and a Juno Award. His second album, BUBBA (2019), debuted at #1 on Billboard’s Electronic Albums chart and featured artists like Kali Uchis and Tinashe, earning him two Grammy Awards. In 2021, KAYTRANADA released the Intimidated EP, featuring a hit collaboration with H.E.R.
He has toured globally, including with The Weeknd, and released a collaborative album with Aminé in 2023 under the name Kaytraminé. His latest album, TIMELESS, has been praised by major publications like Rolling Stone and DJ Mag, solidifying his status in dance music. Known for his energetic live shows, KAYTRANADA is touring North America this fall, with TIMELESS described as evoking a “humid poolside dance party.”