DNCE is an American pop band . The group consists of vocalist Joe Jonas , drummer Jack Lawless , bassist and keyboardist Cole Whittle , and guitarist JinJoo Lee . The group signed with Republic Records , who released their debut single , " Cake by the Ocean " , in September 2015 . The song reached the top 10 on several charts , including on the US '' Billboard '' Hot 100 , where it peaked at No. 9 . Their debut extended play , '' Swaay '' , was released the same year . They also were nominated for Favorite New Artist for the 2016 Kids ' Choice Awards and Best Song to Lip Sync and Best Anthem for the 2016 Radio Disney Music Awards . The group performed at the 2017 Fashion Meets Music Festival . Following the reunion of the Jonas Brothers in 2019 , the group has entered an indefinite hiatus
2016 Kids ' Choice Awards
2016 Kids' Choice Awards
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