The Grammy for remixed record (nonclassical) is a difficult category to predict. Every year, nominees from lesser-known artists rub shoulders with superstars in the touring DJ world.
But the space has gained increasing relevance in recent years as remixes such as Imanbek’s take on SAINt JHN’s “Roses”Can now generate billions worldwide. Two years ago, the Kazakh DJ-producer won remixed recording Grammy. “Roses,” and he may find himself nominated again in 2023 for his punchy re-work of Dua Lipa’s “Love Again.”
What DJs could be the next big thing in February? Look for buzzing DJ John Summit’s name to potentially be in the proverbial mix for his hypnotic remix of Kx5’s “Escape,” or maybe he finds himself nominated as an artist via SOFI TUKKER & John Summit’s “Sun Came Up (Claptone Remix).”
Other possibilities: Purple Disco Machine’s upbeat remix of Lizzo’s “About Damn Time,” or one of the new remixes from Madonna’s remix album (more than 20 tracks from her “Finally Enough Love”The August album was either officially released for the first-time or made their commercial/digital debut in the summer.
Sickick’s take on Madonna’s “Frozen”It was submitted to the category. It, along with Acraze’s “Do It o It,”This remix was one of several that has been a huge success on streaming services and social media. But the jury’s still out on TikTok-fueled hits, which, in the case of the Recording Academy means a committee, as opposed to all Grammy members, will have the ultimate vote.
There are still many surprises in this field. In 2021, Linkin Park co-founder Mike Shinoda won for his remix of the Deftones’ “Passenger.” The rock pairing proved an unexpected victor to what’s typically been a dance-heavy race.