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Major Lazer
Updated Oct 8, 2026, 11:55 AM CST
2008 - PresentAbout
Major Lazer is a globally recognized electronic dance music project formed in 2008 in Kingston, Jamaica. Spearheaded by producer Diplo, the group was originally a collaboration with Switch and later included members Walshy Fire, Jillionaire, and Ape Drums. Their music is a high-energy fusion of dancehall, reggae, and EDM, characterized by their iconic Jamaican war hero mascot. They are best known for international hits such as "Lean On" and "Cold Water," which helped define the sound of modern global pop and electronic music.
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