Durand Bernarr

Durand Bernarr is a singer-songwriter and producer whose work spans across a range of genres, including R&B, soul, hip hop, gospel, and jazz. He has provided background vocals for Erykah Badu and contributed featured vocals for artists such as Anderson .Paak, Kaytranada, and The Internet. Bernarr's talent was recognized in the BET reality music competition "The Next Big Thing" in 2019, where he was a runner-up. This paved the way for his Grammy-winning album "Bloom" in 2025, which was lauded for its unique and authentic vocal style.

Bernarr's discography is extensive, with several albums to his name, including "#Blameitonthemango" (2014), "DUR&" (2020), "Wanderlust" (2022), and "Bloom" (2025). He has also released EPs such as "EXTRA Stankin' Christmas" (2012), "ANXIETY" (2013), "Sound Check" (2016), and "En Route" (2024), in addition to his collaborative projects. His musical versatility is further evidenced by his featured vocals in songs like "Freefall" with Kaytranada (2019) and "Facetime (Remix)" with Ari Lennox (2020).

Bernarr's contributions to the music industry have been recognized with several Grammy nominations in 2025 and 2026, including Best Progressive R&B Album, Best R&B Song, and Best Traditional R&B Performance. In 2025, he also received the GLAAD Media Award for Outstanding Breakthrough Music Artist, and was nominated for the same award in 2026 for his album "Bloom". Bernarr's music style is often noted for its roots in friendship and collaboration, which is evident in his collaborations with artists like Sam Sparro and Ari Lennox on tracks such as "Hang On 2" and the "Shea Butter Baby Remix EP" respectively.