Commenting on the growth and current strength of the genre, he said: "Britain makes the best dance music in the world. Artists like Example, Chase & Status, Nero, and others are conquering the charts in the UK and around the world.

"Electronic music dominated the Grammys this year with artists like Skrillex and Deadmau5 and it's time the Brits reflected what's happening here by bringing back a dance music category."

The drum & bass producer is on course for his ...