Kaytranada Opens Up on Depression & Sexual Orientation

How coming out of the closet helped ease his depression.

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With his new album, 99.9%, taking over the world by storm, Kaytranada stopped by Sway In The Morning. The Montreal native opened up about a range of topics, such as his beginning days as a producer, when he first came across Fruity Loops and began to make music. Kaytra also opened up about touring with Madonna, which did not have the best effect on his health since the same routine day in and day out opened up the door for depression. In addition, he shares how revealing his sexual orientation last month helped ease his depression. Watch the very insightful conversation with the talented artist below.

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