DJs by country
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United States (7)
Diplo
Occupation: DJThomas Wesley Pentz known professionally as Diplo, is an American DJ and music producer. He is a co-creator and lead member of the electronic dancehall music project Major Lazer; a member of the supergroup LSD, with Labrinth and Sia; a member of electronic duo Jack Ü, with producer and DJ Skrillex; and a member of Silk City, with Mark Ronson. He founded the record company Mad Decent in 2006 and the nonprofit organization Heaps Decent in 2007. His 2013 extended play (EP) Revolution debuted at number 68 on the US Billboard 200. Its title track was later featured in a Hyundai commercial and appears on the WWE 2K16 soundtrack.
Instagram: 6.5M Followers / Subscribers
Facebook: 3.7M Followers / Subscribers
X: 2.2M Followers / Subscribers
Wikipedia: 0 Followers / Subscribers
Pauly D
Occupation: Television PersonalityPauly D, born Paul Michael DelVecchio Jr. on July 5, 1980, in Providence, Rhode Island, is an American DJ, television personality, and reality star. He gained fame as a cast member on MTV's Jersey Shore from 2009 to 2012 and its spin-off shows. Known for his signature spiked hairstyle, tanning, and catchphrases like "Yeah, buddy!", he worked as a club DJ before the show and later released music, including the 2010 single "Beat Dat Beat." He has appeared in The Pauly D Project and other reality series, and continues DJing at venues worldwide.
Facebook: 7.7M Followers / Subscribers
Instagram: 5M Followers / Subscribers
X: 3.3M Followers / Subscribers
YouTube: 100K Followers / Subscribers
Marshmello
Occupation: DJMarshmello is the professional name of American electronic music producer and DJ Christopher Comstock. He is instantly recognizable by his signature look: a custom white helmet shaped like a marshmallow with black 'X's for eyes, which conceals his face during all public appearances.
He first gained international recognition in 2015 for remixing songs and later achieved major commercial success with multi-platinum singles like "Alone," "Silence" (featuring Khalid), "Wolves" (with Selena Gomez), and "Happier" (with Bastille). His music style is generally classified as electronic dance music (EDM), specifically encompassing genres like future bass, trap, and progressive house.
Despite his identity initially being a secret and part of his branding, Forbes confirmed him as Christopher Comstock in 2017. He continues to wear the helmet, citing a desire to focus on creating positive music for people to connect with rather than seeking personal fame. He has released multiple studio albums, including the Joytime series, and frequently collaborates with major artists across pop, hip-hop, and Latin music.
YouTube: 58.2M Followers / Subscribers
Instagram: 29.3M Followers / Subscribers
TikTok: 25.4M Followers / Subscribers
Facebook: 17M Followers / Subscribers
Sid Wilson
Occupation: DJSid Wilson, also known as #0 in the band, is an American DJ and keyboardist. He is the turntablist for the heavy metal band Slipknot.
He also performs as a jungle musician under the pseudonym DJ Starscream, a name inspired by the Transformers character, a franchise he is a fan of and has tattoos related to.
He is known for his energetic and chaotic stage antics, which historically included jumping into the audience and moshing, and he has worn various masks, often based on gas masks or a robot, throughout his career with Slipknot.
Sid Wilson was born in Des Moines, Iowa, and his parents are both from England. He is currently engaged to Kelly Osbourne, and they have a son together.
Instagram: 719K Followers / Subscribers
Facebook: 484K Followers / Subscribers
Wikipedia: 0 Followers / Subscribers
IMDb: 0 Followers / Subscribers
Skrillex
Occupation: DJSkrillex, real name Sonny John Moore, is an American DJ, record producer, singer, and musician. He is a highly influential figure in electronic dance music (EDM), particularly for pioneering and popularizing the subgenre known as brostep. His music is characterized by aggressive sound design, heavy bass drops, and a blend of dubstep, electro house, and trap. Before his solo electronic career, he was the lead vocalist for the post-hardcore band From First to Last from 2004 to 2007. Skrillex is one of the most awarded electronic artists in Grammy history, with multiple wins for his EPs like Scary Monsters and Nice Sprites and Bangarang. He is also known for his collaborative projects, including the duo Jack Ü with Diplo, and has worked with a diverse range of artists across pop, hip-hop, and rock genres.
YouTube: 20.4M Followers / Subscribers
Facebook: 18M Followers / Subscribers
Instagram: 12.3M Followers / Subscribers
X: 5.5M Followers / Subscribers
DJ Premier
Occupation: Record Producer## 🎧 DJ Premier: The Architect of Boom-Bap
DJ Premier is a legendary American record producer and DJ, widely considered one of the most influential figures in hip-hop history.
Known for his signature "boom-bap" sound, Premier's production style is instantly recognizable. It is characterized by:
* Jazzy, Soulful Samples: Expertly chopped and looped samples often sourced from jazz, funk, and soul records.
* Hard-Hitting, Gritty Drums: Punchy, unmistakable drum breaks that give his tracks their powerful rhythmic foundation.
* Intricate Scratching: His iconic use of vocal and instrumental samples for scratching and hooks, acting almost like an extra lyricist.
He rose to fame as one half of the iconic duo Gang Starr (alongside the late rapper Guru) and has produced classic tracks for nearly every major figure in hip-hop, including The Notorious B.I.G., Jay-Z, Nas, Mos Def, and KRS-One.
Premier's work is a benchmark for purist, sample-based hip-hop, making him one of the most respected and revered producers in the culture.
Instagram: 1.6M Followers / Subscribers
Facebook: 1.1M Followers / Subscribers
YouTube: 244K Followers / Subscribers
IMDb: 0 Followers / Subscribers
DJ Khaled
Occupation: DJDJ Khaled is an American record producer, media personality, record executive, and rapper.
He gained prominence as a radio host in the 1990s and has since released numerous successful albums, often featuring collaborations with major artists in hip-hop and R&B. He is known for his energetic presence, his signature catchphrases (like "We The Best" and "Major Key"), and his ability to put together star-studded tracks that frequently top the charts. Outside of music, he is a significant social media personality.
Instagram: 38.9M Followers / Subscribers
Facebook: 21M Followers / Subscribers
YouTube: 13.9M Followers / Subscribers
TikTok: 6.4M Followers / Subscribers
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United Kingdom (7)
Mark Ronson
Occupation: DJMark Daniel Ronson is a British-American DJ, record producer, songwriter, author, and composer. He is recognized as one of the most successful musicians in contemporary popular culture, known for his eclectic production style that often blends genres like funk, soul, hip hop, R&B, and pop.
Ronson began his career in the 1990s as a popular DJ in New York City. His breakthrough as a producer came with his work on Amy Winehouse's 2006 album Back to Black, which earned him a Grammy Award for Producer of the Year. He gained massive global success with his 2014 single "Uptown Funk," featuring Bruno Mars, which topped charts worldwide and won two Grammy Awards, including Record of the Year.
His other notable works include co-writing the Oscar, Golden Globe, and Grammy-winning song "Shallow" for the film A Star Is Born (2018), and serving as lead and executive producer for the 2023 Barbie soundtrack. He has also produced and collaborated with a diverse range of artists such as Lady Gaga, Miley Cyrus, Lily Allen, Christina Aguilera, and Queens of the Stone Age. Ronson has won a total of ten Grammy Awards throughout his career.
Instagram: 1M Followers / Subscribers
Facebook: 840K Followers / Subscribers
X: 498.5K Followers / Subscribers
TikTok: 376.2K Followers / Subscribers
Boy George
Occupation: MusicianGeorge Alan O'Dowd, known professionally as Boy George, is an English musician, singer, songwriter and DJ who rose to fame as the lead singer of the pop band Culture Club. He began his solo career in 1987. Boy George grew up in Eltham and was part of the New Romantic movement which emerged in the late 1970s to early 1980s. His androgynous look and style of fashion was greatly inspired by glam rock pioneers David Bowie and Marc Bolan. He formed Culture Club with Roy Hay, Mikey Craig and Jon Moss in 1981. The band's second album, Colour by Numbers (1983), sold more than 10 million copies worldwide. Their hit singles include "Do You Really Want to Hurt Me", "Time (Clock of the Heart)", "I'll Tumble 4 Ya", "Church of the Poison Mind", "Karma Chameleon", "Victims", "Miss Me Blind", "It's a Miracle", "The War Song", "Move Away" and "I Just Wanna Be Loved".
Instagram: 870K Followers / Subscribers
Wikipedia: 0 Followers / Subscribers
IMDb: 0 Followers / Subscribers
Calvin Harris
Occupation: DJAdam Richard Wiles (born 17 January 1984), known professionally as Calvin Harris (and sometimes under the stage name Love Regenerator), is a Scottish DJ, record producer, singer, and songwriter. His debut studio album, I Created Disco (2007) was preceded by the singles "Acceptable in the 80s" and "The Girls", both of which achieved commercial success in Europe, as well as in Australia. His second album, Ready for the Weekend (2009), debuted atop the official albums charts in his native Scotland, as well as in the United Kingdom, and its lead single, "I'm Not Alone", became his first song to reach number one in the UK Singles Charts.
YouTube: 19.6M Followers / Subscribers
Facebook: 14M Followers / Subscribers
Instagram: 11.4M Followers / Subscribers
TikTok: 1.7M Followers / Subscribers
Vikkstar123
Occupation: YoutuberVikkstar123 is a popular British YouTuber and internet personality whose real name is Vikram Singh Barn. He is best known as a key member of the YouTube group the Sidemen, who create challenges, vlogs, and gaming content.
On his own channel, Vikkstar123, he primarily uploads gaming videos, focusing on games like Minecraft, Grand Theft Auto V, Call of Duty, and Fortnite. He is a respected and talented gamer, often showcasing high-level gameplay.
Beyond gaming, he is recognized for his business ventures, his involvement with the Sidemen's various projects, and his generally calm and engaging personality within the online community. He is one of the longest-standing and most successful figures in the British gaming and commentary scene on YouTube.
YouTube: 7.6M Followers / Subscribers
Wikipedia: 0 Followers / Subscribers
Fandom: 0 Followers / Subscribers
IMDb: 0 Followers / Subscribers
Charli XCX
Occupation: SingerCharlotte Emma Aitchison, known professionally as Charli XCX, is a British singer, songwriter, record producer, actress and DJ. She began posting songs on Myspace in 2008 before entering the London rave scene. Signing a recording contract with Asylum Records in 2010, Charli XCX released a series of singles and mixtapes in the early 2010s. In 2012, she was featured on "I Love It" by Swedish duo Icona Pop, which became her first number-one song in the UK and received global success. Her debut studio album, True Romance (2013), was released to positive reviews but failed to meet commercial expectations.
Instagram: 8.8M Followers / Subscribers
Facebook: 6.7M Followers / Subscribers
TikTok: 5.2M Followers / Subscribers
YouTube: 3.9M Followers / Subscribers
Rick Astley
Occupation: SingerRichard Paul Astley is an English singer, songwriter, radio DJ and podcaster. He gained fame through his association with the production trio Stock Aitken Waterman, releasing the 1987 album Whenever You Need Somebody, which sold 15 million copies worldwide and was certified Platinum by both the BPI and the RIAA. His debut single "Never Gonna Give You Up" was a No. 1 hit in more than 25 countries, winning the 1988 Brit Award for Best British Single. The song also stayed at the top of the UK chart for five weeks in 1987 and was the best-selling single of that year. His 1988 single "Together Forever" also topped the US Billboard Hot 100 and was one of his eight songs to reach the UK Singles Chart Top 10.
YouTube: 4.4M Followers / Subscribers
TikTok: 3.9M Followers / Subscribers
Facebook: 1M Followers / Subscribers
Instagram: 858K Followers / Subscribers
Lee Burridge
Occupation: DJLee Burridge is a British DJ and producer who has been active in the electronic music scene since the mid-1980s.
He was a pivotal figure in establishing the underground club scene in Hong Kong in the 1990s, where he was a resident at clubs and helped establish the nightclub Neptune's. He also became involved with the early Full Moon parties in Thailand.
Upon returning to the UK, he was a member of the Tyrant Soundsystem along with DJs Craig Richards and Sasha, and held residencies at venues like Fabric in London.
In 2011, he started the All Day I Dream imprint, which is known for its melodic, ethereal, and organic house music and evolved into an annual touring festival, often featuring daytime, outdoor parties. He is also a regular performer at Burning Man.
His genres include Deep House, Electronic Dance Music, Minimal, Breakbeat, and Organic House. He has released mix albums for labels such as Global Underground and Balance.
Facebook: 226K Followers / Subscribers
Instagram: 153K Followers / Subscribers
X: 14K Followers / Subscribers
YouTube: 1.7K Followers / Subscribers
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Canada (2)
Andrea Botez
Occupation: StreamerAndrea Botez is a Canadian chess player and content creator who is also known as an entertainer and streamer. She is the host of the popular Twitch channel BotezLive alongside her sister, Woman FIDE Master (WFM) Alexandra Botez.
Andrea began playing chess at the age of six and has had success in youth tournaments, winning the U8 Girls Canadian Youth Chess Championship in 2010 and the Women British Columbia Chess Champion title in 2015. She reached a peak FIDE classical rating of 1773 in 2018.
Her content creation work focuses on chess, where she plays, solves puzzles, and engages with viewers. She describes her chess playing style as aggressive.
Twitch: 1.3M Followers / Subscribers
Instagram: 959K Followers / Subscribers
TikTok: 643.5K Followers / Subscribers
X: 431.8K Followers / Subscribers
Deadmau5
Occupation: DJJoel Thomas Zimmerman, known professionally as deadmau5 (pronounced "dead-mouse"), is a Canadian electronic music producer and DJ. His musical style mostly includes progressive house and electro house music, though he also produces and DJs other genres of electronic music, including techno under the alias Testpilot. Zimmerman appears and performs with a custom helmet, similar to Daft Punk and later inspiring Marshmello. He has received seven Grammy Award nominations and won four Juno Awards for his songs.
Facebook: 7.4M Followers / Subscribers
X: 3M Followers / Subscribers
Instagram: 2.9M Followers / Subscribers
YouTube: 2M Followers / Subscribers
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Germany (2)
Paul Kalkbrenner
Occupation: DJPaul Kalkbrenner
Paul Kalkbrenner (born June 11, 1977) is a prominent German electronic music producer and live act based in Berlin. Emerging from the underground techno scene following the fall of the Berlin Wall, he has become one of the genre’s most successful figures, known for a melodic and "human" sound that often contrasts with the darker, more monotone styles of traditional techno.
Key Career Highlights
Live Act Status: Unlike a traditional DJ who plays others' records, Kalkbrenner is considered a "live act." He uses software like Ableton Live and hardware synthesizers to deconstruct and reassemble his own tracks on stage.
Berlin Calling: In 2008, he reached international stardom by playing the lead role of "Ickarus" in the cult film Berlin Calling. He also composed the film's platinum-selling soundtrack.
"Sky and Sand": Produced with his brother Fritz Kalkbrenner, this single became a record-breaking hit, spending over 121 weeks on the German singles charts.
Major Milestones: In 2014, he was invited by the German Federal Government to perform at the Brandenburg Gate for the 25th anniversary of the fall of the Berlin Wall. In 2015, he became the first artist granted unrestricted access to the Sony Legacy vaults to sample iconic master tapes for his album 7.
Musical Style
Kalkbrenner’s work spans Techno, Minimal, and Electronica. His music is frequently described as cinematic and emotional, characterized by warm, analog layers and a narrative-driven approach to album production.
Facebook: 2.4M Followers / Subscribers
Instagram: 1M Followers / Subscribers
YouTube: 737K Followers / Subscribers
X: 88.6K Followers / Subscribers
Zedd
Occupation: Record ProducerAnton Zaslavski, known professionally as Zedd (/zɛd/), is a German record producer and DJ. His stage name was derived from zed, the English pronunciation for the first letter of his surname.[1] Raised in Kaiserslautern, Zedd rose to mainstream success with his 2012 single "Clarity" (featuring Foxes), which peaked at number eight on the Billboard Hot 100 and won Best Dance Recording at the 56th Grammy Awards. It served as the third single for his debut studio album of the same name (2012), of which its deluxe edition spawned the US top 20 single "Stay the Night" (featuring Hayley Williams).
Instagram: 8.2M Followers / Subscribers
X: 7.2M Followers / Subscribers
YouTube: 6.3M Followers / Subscribers
TikTok: 1.2M Followers / Subscribers
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France (1)
David Guetta
Occupation: DJDavid Guetta is a world-renowned French DJ, record producer, and songwriter who is considered one of the pioneers of electronic dance music (EDM).
He rose to international fame in the early 2000s and is famous for blending electronic beats with pop and urban music, creating numerous global hits. He has collaborated with some of the biggest names in music, including artists like Usher, Rihanna, Sia, Nicki Minaj, and The Black Eyed Peas.
Key characteristics of his career include:
Signature Sound: Known for high-energy, uplifting tracks, often featuring strong vocal hooks.
Global Presence: A fixture on the world's biggest stages, performing at major festivals and residencies in places like Ibiza and Las Vegas.
Major Hits: Responsible for chart-toppers like "When Love Takes Over," "Titanium," "Without You," "Sexy Bitch," and "Memories."
He is consistently ranked among the top DJs in the world and has been a highly influential figure in bringing dance music into the mainstream.
Facebook: 47M Followers / Subscribers
YouTube: 27.6M Followers / Subscribers
X: 17.8M Followers / Subscribers
Instagram: 11.9M Followers / Subscribers
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Norway (1)
Alan Walker
Occupation: DJAlan Walker is a world-renowned British-Norwegian DJ and music producer best known for his 2015 breakout hit, "Faded." Born in 1997, he famously started as a "bedroom producer," teaching himself music production through YouTube tutorials and drawing inspiration from both EDM and film composers like Hans Zimmer.
### Signature Style & Image
* The Look: He is instantly recognizable by his black hoodie and face mask. He adopted this look to maintain a sense of anonymity and to emphasize that anyone can be a "Walker," symbolizing unity and equality among his fans.
* The Sound: His music is typically categorized as Electro House or Progressive House, characterized by melodic, emotionally "melancholy" synth lines and high-energy drops.
### Career Highlights
* Global Success: "Faded" received multi-platinum certifications in over 10 countries and has billions of views on YouTube.
* Major Hits: Other popular tracks include *"Alone,"* *"Sing Me to Sleep,"* "The Spectre," and "Darkside."
* Collaborations: He has worked with major artists such as Ava Max, Sabrina Carpenter, and Steve Aoki.
* Digital Powerhouse: He remains one of the most-subscribed creators on YouTube, deeply connected to the gaming community through collaborations with titles like PUBG Mobile and Fortnite.
YouTube: 47.4M Followers / Subscribers
TikTok: 15.3M Followers / Subscribers
Instagram: 10.4M Followers / Subscribers
Facebook: 8.2M Followers / Subscribers
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Netherlands (1)
Tiësto
Occupation: DJTiësto, born Tijs Michiel Verwest, is a globally famous Dutch DJ and record producer. He is considered one of the pioneers of electronic dance music (EDM) and was instrumental in bringing trance music to the mainstream in the late 1990s and early 2000s.
He is known for his electrifying live performances, including being the first DJ to perform a solo concert in a stadium and the first to perform live at an Olympic Games Opening Ceremony (Athens 2004).
Over his career, his style has evolved from pure trance to a broader mix of electro house, pop-infused EDM, and commercial house music. His major hits include "Adagio for Strings," "Traffic," "Red Lights," and "The Business." He is a highly influential figure in dance music and has won numerous awards, often being cited as one of the greatest DJs of all time.
Facebook: 17M Followers / Subscribers
Instagram: 7.6M Followers / Subscribers
YouTube: 7.1M Followers / Subscribers
X: 4.2M Followers / Subscribers
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Greece (1)
Argy
Occupation: DJArgy is a musician and DJ primarily known for his work in electronic dance music, particularly within the house and techno genres. He is a Greek artist who has established himself internationally. His style often blends deep, soulful melodies with driving rhythms. He has released music on influential labels like Cocoon Recordings and Cadenza, and is recognized for his skill both in the studio as a producer and on stage as a performer.
Instagram: 738K Followers / Subscribers
TikTok: 219.3K Followers / Subscribers
Facebook: 123K Followers / Subscribers