Introduction
Jonathan Dean White (born November 26, 1990), known professionally as Nevada, is an American musician, DJ, producer, singer, songwriter, remixer, and record label owner. He is best known for his remix of Mark Morrison's "Return of the Mack", titled "The Mack", which achieved double platinum certification, and his solo work as a vocalist and producer, as well as for being a member of EDM duo Capital Kings.
Nevada has collaborated with several other artists, including Fetty Wap, Anne-Marie, Loote, Mapei, RIKA, Mopiano, ORKID, Brooke Williams, Frank Walker and Sophie Simmons.
Life and career
Nevada grew up listening to a lot of rock music, and played and sang in bands throughout and after high school. Nevada began his career as the lead singer and co-DJ of the EDM duo Capital Kings, but left in 2016 to pursue a solo career. He was signed to Straight Forward Music Group and gained widespread recognition for his remix of Mark Morrison's "Return of the Mack" for its 20th anniversary, "The Mack", which achieved double platinum certification.
In August 2018, Nevada debuted his own vocal abilities as a solo artist with his single "Don't Call Me," which was released through Virgin Records. He founded his own record label called High Park Records in 2020, which released his third single "Lie To Me" on June 26, 2020.
In July 2023, Nevada returned to Capital Kings and released the single "Higher".
Artistry
Influences and music style
Nevada's musical influences include Incubus, Radiohead, Red Hot Chili Peppers, as well as DJs such as Calvin Harris, Kaytranada, and Alesso. Nevada's style is influenced by electronic dance music, particularly the house and hip hop/trap scenes.
Discography
- Capital Kings (2013)
- II (2015)
Solo singles
- "The Mack" (featuring Mark Morrison and Fetty Wap) (2016)
- "Don't Call Me" (with Loote) (2018)
- "Lie to Me" (featuring Mopiano and ORKID) (2020)
- "Don't Get to Love" (with Brooke Williams) (2020)
- "Shadows" (with Frank Walker and Sophie Simmons) (2021)