A LOOK BACK AT A UNIQUE IMMERSIVE EVENT AT THE ING ARENA

On Sunday, June 14, 2026, Kaytranada made his grand return to Brussels for a major concert at the ING Arena. With a brand-new immersive show and a 360° stage, this evening will go down as one of the most memorable electronic music events of the year in Belgium. Here’s a look back in pictures and words at an experience that transformed the venue into a massive dance floor.

WHO IS KAYTRANADA?

Born Louis Kevin Celestin on August 25, 1992, in Port-au-Prince, Haiti, Kaytranada grew up in Montreal, where he forged his unique musical identity. At just 14 years old, his brother Lou Phelps introduced him to FL Studio, marking the beginning of a journey that would propel him to the top of the global electronic music scene.

His style? An addictive blend of house, funk, R&B, and hip-hop that has earned him international recognition. After releasing several well-received mixtapes and remixes under the name Kaytradamus, he signed with XL Recordings and released his critically acclaimed debut studio album, *99.9%*, in 2016.

In 2019, his second album, *Bubba*, earned him two Grammy Awards, including Best Dance/Electronic Album—a major achievement for this self-taught artist who had dropped out of high school to devote himself entirely to music. In 2024, he cemented his status with *Timeless*, a third album that explores new sonic horizons while remaining true to the signature groove that made him famous.

A 360° STAGE THAT TRANSFORMED THE ING ARENA

For his Brussels show, Kaytranada unveiled his brand-new immersive concert concept. The central 360° stage transformed the ING Arena into a massive dance floor, placing the audience at the heart of the experience—a setup that clearly left a lasting impression on the fans in attendance.

An evening of non-stop groove, driven by the spellbinding tracks that have made his reputation—from “TRACK UNO” to “10%,” including his collaborations with Anderson .Paak, Tinashe, and Pharrell Williams. This brand-new format, presented exclusively during his 2026 European tour, made this Brussels stop one of the most anticipated—and most successful—dates of the tour.

UNCLE WAFFLES AS THE OPENING ACT: AN EXPLOSIVE START

The evening kicked off with Uncle Waffles, a South African DJ and performer whose sets blend afrobeats, amapiano, and house. It was the perfect appetizer before Kaytranada took the stage, getting the crowd fired up from the very first minutes.

HIGHLIGHTS FROM KAYTRANADA'S SET

Kaytranada always keeps his setlists under wraps until the very last moment, but the night took the audience on a journey through his entire discography: from classics like “Glowed Up” (feat. Anderson .Paak) and “YOU’RE THE ONE ” to tracks from *Timeless*. The seamless transitions, building energy, and ever-present bass once again confirmed the Canadian artist’s unparalleled DJ skills.

A MOMENT OF COLLECTIVE UNITY

Kaytranada is one of those rare artists who can turn a concert into a collective experience. This evening at the ING Arena once again showcased his infectious energy and his ability to get an entire venue dancing as one.

With this new immersive format, unveiled exclusively during his 2026 European tour, this stop in Brussels will be remembered as much more than just a concert: a true sensory experience shared collectively by thousands of fans.

KAYTRANADA: AN IDEAL GATEWAY TO HOUSE MUSIC?

For anyone looking to discover house music, Kaytranada is undoubtedly one of the most accessible and relevant artists of the moment. His music draws as much from Chicago house and Detroit techno as it does from funk, disco, R&B, and hip-hop, making him a key figure in today’s house scene thanks to his unique blend of rap and R&B infused with house.

Unlike more “purist” DJs, he doesn’t limit himself to a single subgenre: his influences range from J Dilla and Madlib to Chicago and Detroit house, incorporating the tropical sounds of his Haitian heritage, which makes his sound instantly recognizable even to a novice audience. He himself has described his music as “Black tropical house” and “futuristic disco”—a way of reminding listeners that house music has its roots in Black and queer culture, while making it incredibly danceable and accessible to the general public. It is precisely this ability to transform complex rhythms into tracks that instantly bring people together that makes Kaytranada the perfect artist to introduce listeners to house music: his music captures the depth and groove of the genre without ever losing its energy or emotion.

Listening to Kaytranada means both diving into the history of house music and enjoying a thoroughly modern and festive experience, as his electrifying performance at the ING Arena demonstrated once again. To learn more about upcoming house concerts (and all other events), feel free to check out our event calendar right here !