For many artists, being nominated for a Grammy Award is something they’ve always dreamed of. For Jayda G, the dream is now a reality after her track “Both of Us” was nominated in the category of Best Dance Recording. In a video shared to her socials showing her reaction to her Grammy nomination, the Canadian scientist-turned-DJ and producer’s unadulterated bliss is palpable. She freaks out, flailing around as she rhapsodizes about all the “thank you” messages she plans on sending. You’ve got to love seeing a musician receiving the accolades they deserve. You can check out the video below, courtesy of Jayda G’s Instagram. In the category for Best Dance Recording, Jayda G is nominated alongside Diplo and SIDEPIECE for t...
The Recording Academy has announced the official nominations for the 63rd annual Grammy Awards. It is a big day for the EDM scene, as a slew of artists received well-deserved nods for their spectacular work this past year. Up for the award of Best Dance Recording are Diplo and SIDEPIECE for their collaborative hit “On My Mind,” Disclosure for the duo’s Aminé and Slowthai-assisted Energy cut “My High,” Flume and Toro y Moi for “The Difference,” Jayda G for her single “Both of Us,” and KAYTRANADA for “10%.” Canadian production prodigy KAYTRANADA is also a nominee for the Grammy Award for Best New Artist. He received a nod in the category of Best Dance/Electronic Album...
Following the reveal of the official tracklist for Club Future Nostalgia, the anticipation surrounding Dua Lipa‘s forthcoming remix album is bubbling over. In addition to previously announced featured artists Madonna, Missy Elliott, Gwen Stefani, and Mark Ronson, the tracklist flaunts a stupefying list of collaborators. It reveals a carefully curated stable of polished remixers, including Yaeji, Jayda G, and Mr. Fingers, among many others, as well as a number of high-profile samples, like Steve Nicks‘ “Stand Back” and Stefani’s “Hollaback Girl.” The Grammy Award-winning pop songstress has long been a champion of EDM, teaming up with its most recognized producers, such as Diplo (“Electricity”) and Calvin Harris (̶...
Earlier this year, London-based producer Jayda G released her five-track Both Of Us / Are U Down EP. Her latest release is a clubby remix of the namesake tune “Are U Down,” out exclusively on Amazon Music. “Are U Down (Kootenay Klub Mix)” is a certified summer house jam. The new mix is a complete switch-up from the original, while still retaining the enchanting vocal and percussive elements. It stands on its own by telling a completely different story through a brighter and bolder sound. “I made this track in my hometown, deep in the Kootenay mountain region of Canada – club vibes to make you dance in your living room,” said Jayda G. Alongside the new track, Jayda G has also been given the opportunity to flex her tastemaker ability by cur...
A bevy of the brightest in EDM have been tapped by Amazon Music for the streaming giant’s “The Summer Sessions” playlist series, which highlights their picks for the summer’s dance anthems. The electronic boy wonder Martin Garrix kicked off the series today with his playlist, which you can listen to here. Garrix’s “ultimate party summer party” selections include DubVision‘s “Sign,” Bleu Clair‘s “Need U,” Botnek‘s “Funk Accelerator,” and his fan-favorite collaboration with Dua Lipa, “Scared to Be Lonely.” The playlist also features an exclusive remix from Garrix himself. “I’m super happy to be sharing my summer playlist for everyone to be able to enjoy from the comfort of their ...
If you’re looking for a song to transport you to a sun-filled day party, look no further than “Both Of Us,” the new feel-good house track from Canadian DJ and producer Jayda G. The single comes with the announcement of a new EP titled Both Of Us/Are U Down, due to be released on July 3rd via Ninja Tune. The sounds on “Both Of Us” are bright, airy, and carry an undeniably catchy beat. It’s as if you can feel the smile on her face through the track’s piano chord progression. To further seal in the song’s good energy, Jayda G also delivered a spirited official video featuring an array of shots taken from her home, where she overlays clips of her in mother nature with recordings of her performing in a bustling nightclub. ...