Spotify Unveils RADAR Canada Artists for Summer 2024: Maddie Jay, Chani Nattan, and SPIRITSAVER

Spotify has announced its three new artists who have been selected as their RADAR Canada artists for July, August and September. These up-and-coming artists are set to take the Canadian music industry by storm, and they’ve handpicked these creators to fuel our summer anthems.

Each month, one of the artists will be on the cover of the RADAR Canada playlist with some of their own songs included on the list. The three artists Spotify has chosen this Summer are:

1. Maddie Jay (July)

1. Maddie Jay is a BC-born solo artist, guitarist and freelance bassist now based in Los Angeles, California. Maddie has recently toured with NPR Tiny Desk Contest Winner Naia Izumi, and pop artists such as Skylar Grey, Emily Warren, and Drake Bell. When left to her own devices, Maddie refuses to recognize the boundaries of genre. With her original projects (Maddie Jay and Maddie Jay & The pH Collective), Maddie is constantly creating and experimenting. She explores rich harmonies and old school rhythms, which come to fruition in live and studio recordings as well as DIY budget-less music videos.

1. Chani Nattan (August)

1. Chani Nattan is a lyrical virtuoso, whose poetic storytelling and cultural narratives have captivated his fans and listeners. His profound understanding of the human experience is masterfully expressed in his music, particularly in the evocative hit “Daku,” which has propelled him to global recognition. Chani’s collaborations, while notable for their star-studded lineups, are underscored by his unique lyrical flair, which stands as the heartbeat of each track. His songs have become anthems within the Punjabi diaspora. With each verse, Chani Nattan weaves a narrative that is both authentic and revolutionary, his music not only crossing cultural boundaries but also uniting listeners through shared emotions.

1. SPIRITSAVER (September)

1. SPIRITSAVER, the avant-garde art collective duo Zale and Tajudeen hails from Toronto, Ontario and first emerged in late 2022 as a force to be reckoned with. This ensemble of creative mavericks has quickly carved out a niche for themselves with their innovative approach to art and music.

Spotify’s RADAR program is grounded in supporting emerging artists from across the globe and by joining this acclaimed emerging artists program, fans will have the opportunity to learn more about the breakout artists with their “Clips” series and through short videos and editorial support on the official Spotify playlists.