Kaytranada Unveils the Duality of Dance on New Album, ‘Ain’t No Damn Way

The architect of modern funk returns with a project that challenges the very essence of the dance floor. Kaytranada has released his highly anticipated fourth studio album, Ain’t No Damn Way

Following the critical and commercial success of his previous work, the new album sees the Montreal-based producer refining his signature sound—a seamless fusion of house, funk, R&B, and hip-hop—while exploring a more complex emotional palette. The title itself, Ain’t No Damn Way, suggests a narrative of disbelief, resilience, and perhaps a wry commentary on the expectations placed upon a dance music visionary.

True to form, Kaytranada assembles a meticulous and eclectic roster of collaborators, each selected not for their star power but for their unique ability to embody a specific facet of his vision. The features read less like a guest list and more like a curated ensemble cast for a sonic play.

The album includes contributions from:

• Channel Tres
• Peggy Gou
• Childish Gambino
• Tkay Maidza
• Rochelle Jordan
• Don Toliver

The album operates in the liminal space between the cathartic release of the club and the quiet solitude that follows.

Ain’t No Damn Way is available now on all streaming platforms, and with be touring starting October 16 with French duo Justice.