merchant, Damon DeGraff, GMB Nutron Team Up
Fresh off being named one of DJ Mag’s Emerging Artists, Afro House artist merchant continues his breakout year with “Down Di Road,” teaming up with Damon DeGraff and vocalist GBM Nutron for a hypnotic single rooted in Caribbean percussion and deep, rolling grooves.
The track arrives on the heels of several career milestones for merchant – including his collaborative remix of “Miracle” being performed by Sparrow & Barbossa at Coachella’s iconic Yuma Tent.
In addition to support from industry veterans like Pete Tong, Blond:ISH, and Francis Mercier, his debut single “Tu Ta Le”— a collaboration with Hoax (BE) and Idd Aziz—was a massive success, landing on Spotify’s All New Dance and Tantra playlists, and has racked up over 224K streams.
Looking ahead, merchant will be performing at the main stage (Meru) at Nashville’s Deep Tropics Music Festival. Over the course of his career, he’s provided direct support for Themba, Sparrow & Barbossa, Chris Luno, and Wakyin & SOMMA, consistently highlighting Afro-Caribbean rhythms at the heart of his dynamic sets.
More About Merchant:
merchant is a Jamaican DJ and producer known for seamlessly blending Afro, Melodic, and Caribbean House into a sound both innovative and deeply rooted. His acclaimed edits, including Damian Marley’s “Welcome to Jamrock” and Denise Belfon’s “Work,” have earned support from industry heavyweights such as Blond:ISH, Diplo, Francis Mercier, and Pete Tong on BBC Radio’s Global Dance HQ. His remix of Sparrow & Barbossa’s global hit “Miracle” notably featured during their debut performance at Coachella 2025 in the iconic YUMA tent.
On stage, merchant has provided direct support for renowned artists including Themba, Sparrow & Barbossa, Chris Luno, and Wakyin & SOMMA, consistently highlighting Afro-Caribbean rhythms at the heart of his dynamic sets. His dedication to genuine musical collaboration such as his debut single “Tu Ta Le” with Idd Aziz, underscores his commitment to authenticity and cultural influence.
Rapidly gaining international recognition, merchant continues to champion Afro and Caribbean House, crafting a unique sonic experience that resonates with audiences worldwide.