Dan Snaith

Q: What types of events does Dan Snaith DJ at?

Corporate events, nightlife venues, brand launches, private parties, and festivals.

Q: How long is a typical DJ set?

Usually 60–120 minutes, but this can be adjusted to your event needs.

Q: What technical setup is required?

We’ll discuss and provide technical requirements once the booking has been requested. Please note that DJs often travel with their own staff.

Q: Can Dan Snaith adapt their set to fit our brand or theme?

Yes, it’s not uncommon — Dan Snaith can curate music to match your event’s tone or campaign identity.

Q: Does Dan Snaith travel internationally for DJ bookings?

Yes, subject to travel and hospitality arrangements. Please be aware that they often do not travel alone.

Q: Can Dan Snaith also participate in other types of events or campaigns?

Yes — many DJs are multi-talented and can take part in brand partnerships, commercials, social media campaigns, or promotional events, in addition to live DJ sets.

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Dan Snaith, also known as Caribou and Daphni, is a Canadian composer, musician, and recording artist recognized for his innovative electronic and dance music, garnering multiple awards and critical acclaim. After winning the 2008 Polaris Music Prize for his album ‘Andorra’, Dan Snaith cemented his reputation as an innovative force in electronic and dance music. Initially recording as Manitoba, Snaith transitioned to Caribou in 2004 after a legal dispute. A pivotal early career collaboration with British producer Kieran Hebden (Four Tet) facilitated his inaugural album release with The Leaf Label.

Snaith’s diverse sound, spanning indietronica, house, folktronica, neo-psychedelia, and dream pop, consistently blends electronic and live instrumentation. He also earned a PhD in mathematics from Imperial College London in 2005 for his work on ‘Overconvergent Siegel Modular Symbols,’ showcasing a unique blend of artistic and scientific intellect. Snaith’s Caribou project continued its significant trajectory with subsequent albums receiving high praise and recognition. ‘Swim’ (2010), ‘Our Love’ (2014), and ‘Suddenly’ (2020) were all shortlisted for the prestigious Polaris Music Prize.

As Daphni, Snaith showcases a distinct facet of his musicality through dynamic DJ sets. His innovative contributions have been consistently honored, including being awarded the Essential Mix of the Year by Mixmag in 2014 and the IMPALA Album of the Year Award for ‘Our Love’ in 2015. Further Grammy recognition followed in 2021 for ‘You Can Do It’ (Best Dance Recording), alongside a Libera Award for Best Dance/Electric Record for ‘Suddenly’. Maintaining his influential presence in the electronic music landscape, Snaith continues to explore and innovate.

His latest work, ‘Honey,’ has been longlisted for the 2025 Polaris Music Prize, reaffirming his consistent critical acclaim. Snaiths commitment to creating engaging and exploratory music, both in the studio and through dynamic live settings, solidifies his reputation as a pioneering and enduring artist.