Who Is Darude?

Darude is a world-renowned Finnish DJ and producer whose real name is Ville Virtanen. Born in 1975, Darude has been an active part of the global EDM scene since 1999, when he released his debut single “Sandstorm”.

Career

Since then, Darude has released a string of successful singles, such as “Out of Control” and “Feel the Beat”. He has also collaborated with a number of artists, including JS16, Ajax, and Joonas Hahmo. In addition to writing and performing music himself, Darude is an experienced remixer and has worked with numerous other producers over the years.

What Is 'Sandstorm'?

Undoubtedly Darude's most successful single to date is “Sandstorm”. The track was released in 1999 and quickly gained global recognition for its unique blend of melodic trance and progressive house. It is widely considered to be one of the most influential EDM songs ever released and continues to be played in clubs around the world today.

Style & Influences

Darude's music style has evolved over the years, but he typically creates instrumental tracks that are heavily influenced by trance and progressive house. He has cited acts such as Sasha, John Digweed, Dave Seaman, and BT as major influences on his sound. He also creates music for video games, as well as producing remixes for other artists.

Net Worth & Accolades

Thanks to his success as a DJ and producer, Darude has accumulated a net worth estimated at over $1 million. He has also won numerous awards over the years, including two International Dance Music Awards (IDMA) in 2001 for Best Trance Track and Best Underground Dance Track.}