Duncan Daniels
American singer, songwriter
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Duncan Daniels is a musician, producer and songwriter whose career spans over two decades. His work blends the soul of Alt Country, the roots of Americana and the vibrant rhythms of African music. Duncan is also a voting member of the Recording Academy.[2][3][4][5][6][7][8]
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Daniels at the Grammy Awards 2025 | |
| Background information | |
| Born | August 16, 1983 Boston, Massachusetts, United States |
| Genres | Americana, Alt Country, Afrobeats |
| Occupations | Singer, songwriter, record producer |
| Instruments | Vocals, piano, drums, guitar |
| Years active | 2003–present |
| Label | Dunkishrock Production [1] |
| Website | www |
Early life and education
Duncan Daniels was born in Boston, Massachusetts, United States to Nigerian parents.[9] In his early life, he lived in between England and Nigeria, Port Harcourt precisely.[10][11] He had his first degree in Music Production from Berklee College of Music.[12]
Career
Daniels started playing music at the age of 11 and started working on music production at age 15.[13] In 2006, he released his debut 12-track album " I Don Taya", and in 2010 released his second studio album titled "Sho Stoppah".[14]
He was nominated for "Best US Based Male Artist Of The Year" at the 2011 Nigeria Entertainment Awards,[15] and "Best Diaspora Artist of the Year" at the 2016 Nigeria Entertainment Awards.[16]
Discography
Songs
- Rodeo (2025)
- Nirvana's Song (2025)
- Lost Without You (2024)
- Hodor (2024)
- One Perfect Day (2024)
- Evergreen (2024)
- Leave It All (2024)
- Candle (2024)
- Holy Water (2024)
- Peacock Feather (2024)
- Into the Sunset (2024)
- Take my hand (2024)
- Leave before I die (2024)
- The Time Traveler (2023)
- Purpleville (2023)
- Carolyn (2023)
- Blood Pressure (2023)
- Show me love (2023)
- Back Outside (2023)
- Strong Ting (2023)
- Patronize (2023)
- Yard Party (2022)
- Solo (2022)
- Obalende (2022) [17]
- Mmadu (2022)
- Diaspora Night (2022)
- Waste Time (2022)
- Catching Feelings (2022)
- Iwo nikan (2022)
- The Rhythm (2022)
- Tears on my eyes (2022)
- Climbing Higher (2022)
- I don Taya ft Rah the Answer (2005)
- I don Taya Remix ft Drastik, Mackgee, Xuzia (2006)
- Shostoppah (2009)
- Like This ft M.I (2009)
- Ready for Love (2010)
- U & I (2010)
- Blindly in Love (2012)
- Way to Your Heart (2014)
- In Spite of These (2014)
- Unconditional Love (2015)
- Shine ft Tia Yasmine [18]
- Good Time ft Rotimi (2015) [19]
- Will Tomorrow Ever Come (2016)
- Body in Motion (2016)
- Six Past Six ft Aduke (2016) [20][21]
- Eye Service (2016)
- Oluwa Design (2018)
- Enado (2019)
- Trouble ft Lyn (2019) [22]
- Gbedu-ft Mackgee, Lady Albatross, Jamila (2020)
- Holiday ft Avid the Lyrical (2020)
- Bad Mind ft Layydoe (2021)
- Fix That ft Lady Albatross, Korkormikor (2021)
- Taste of Heaven (2021)
- Fight for your Love ft Abobi Eddieroll, Lady Albatross (2021)
- Quality ft Big Klef, Olu (2021)[23]
- Addicted to Love (2021)
- The Process Freestyle (2021)
Albums
Dan Cain album reception and performance
Duncan Daniels’ album Dan Cain: Honesty & Nostalgia currently holds the record as the longest run at number one by a Nigerian Rock Artist in the 10 Rock Albums on Apple Music Nigeria, holding the position for over one week straight.
Critics have praised it for its heartfelt songwriting and unique production approach, featuring nearly 50 musicians from 15 countries. The album has earned positive reviews from major music sites like Notion, The Fader, and Music News. [29]
Awards and nominations
| Year | Award ceremony | Award description | Result | Ref |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2011 | Nigeria Entertainment Awards | Best US Based Male Artist | Nominated | [30] |
| Year | Award ceremony | Award description | Result | Ref |
| 2014 | Nigeria Entertainment Awards | Music Producer of the Year | Nominated | [31] |
| 2016 | Nigeria Entertainment Awards | Best Diaspora Artist of the Year | Nominated | [32][33] |