Erik Vilar

Bron in Coevorden, Netherlands, Don Diablo took to music from an early age, becoming absorbed by electronic music and DJ culture. At the young age of fifteen, Diablo had already gained his first record deal, helping mentor the young star and develop his talents. In 2005, Diablo set up his own label and event brand, Sellout Sessions. Through a number of underground hits, “Blow,” Who’s Your Daddy,” “Hooligans” and “Animale,” Diablo had created a buzz throughout his home nation and soon garnered international acclaim after “Blow” gained regular play on the global club scene.

Diablo soon became an in-demand DJ, playing at clubs and festivals across the world. Diablo has played in the UK, USA, Australia, Japan, Brazil and Israel. Diablo has gained stints as a resident DJ at some of the biggest clubs in the world, including Ministry of Sound (London), Space (Ibiza) and Creamfields (London). His talents as a producer have not gone unnoticed, working for a diverse collection of artists, including Kelis, Ou Est Le Swimming pool, Diplo, Noisia, Dragonette and Example. Aside fro his production talents, Diablo is also gifted at reworking tracks, dropping a number of scorching remixes of the likes of Tinie Tempah, The Chemical Brothers, Public Enemy, Plump DJs and Iggy Pop.

Diablo has released songs on a variety of labels since 2013, through Axwell’s Axtone label, Nicky Romero’s Protocol Recordings, before eventually signing with major label Sony BGM. His music has gained the support of the world’s top DJs, from Pete Tong, to Tiësto to Avicii, whilst also being recognised as the 82nd Top 100 DJs in DJ Mag’s annual poll in 2014. Diablo is also committed to charitable causes, acting as the first ambassador for Dance4Life, a UN supported campaign to raise awareness and support in the fight against HIV and AIDS.