Introduction

Firebeatz is a Dutch DJ and production duo composed of Tim Benjamin Smulders and Jurre van Doeselaar. They are known for their catchy pop-infused electro house sound, which has made them one of the most popular names in EDM. The two first formed the group in 2008, when they met at the Herman Brood Academy, a music production school in Utrecht, Netherlands.

Rise to Fame

The duo’s first release was “Where’s Your Head At” in 2010, an electro house track that quickly gained traction in the club scene. They followed this up with their breakout single “Funky Shit” in 2012, which was featured on Tiësto’s Club Life compilation series. Since then, Firebeatz has become a staple on the festival circuit, performing at Tomorrowland, Ultra Music Festival, and many others. They have also released multiple singles with major artists like Calvin Harris, Martin Garrix, and Kesha.

Collaborations & Remixes

In addition to their own original productions, Firebeatz have also collaborated with a variety of other artists over the years. These collaborations include “Gimme Some” with Ido Corr, “Pressure” with Martin Garrix, “Spaceman” with Hardwell and “No Heroes” with Bassjackers. They have also done official remixes for Avicii, Calvin Harris, David Guetta and many more.

Awards & Accolades

Firebeatz has won numerous awards throughout their career. In 2013 they were voted #1 on DJ Mag’s Top 100 DJs poll. Additionally, they have won awards from Beatport and IDMA for Best Electro House Artist and Best Remixer. They were also nominated for a Grammy Award in 2017 for their remix of “Uptown Funk” by Mark Ronson and Bruno Mars.

Conclusion

Firebeatz is one of the most successful electronic music acts in the world today. With their impressive discography of original productions and remixes as well as their many awards and accolades, it is clear that they will be making waves in the EDM scene for years to come.