To date,Darude remains one of electronic music’s most enduring global exports. Born Ville Virtanen, the Finnish producer detonated onto the world stage at just 24 with‘Sandstorm’,a trance anthem that would transcend club culture to become one of the best-selling dance singles of all time. With more than 10 million units sold and over a billion streams, the track evolved from a Finnish chart-topper into a multi-generational phenomenon, embraced by taste makers, sports arenas, gamers and meme culture alike.His 2000 debut album Before The Storm went double Platinum in Finland and Gold in Canada, launching a relentless international touring schedule that cemented his name across Europe, North America and beyond. Follow-up albums Rush and Label This!further showcased his melodic instincts and cross over appeal, while 2015’s Moments,released via Warner Music Group,marked a bold creative evolution. In 2023, he unveiled Together on his own Vibing Out imprint; a 12-track statement of unity and euphoric energy built for contemporary dancefloors. Across his career, Darude has collected multiple international awards, three Finnish Grammys and consistent recognition in global DJ polls. His music has featured everywhere from Hollywood films and global brand campaigns to major sporting events including the FIFA World Cup and the Paris 2024 Olympic Games opening ceremony.A seasoned festival headliner, with appearances at Parookaville, Dreamstate, Tomorrowland and more,Darude continues to evolve. The STORM 25 world tour(2025–2026) celebrates 25 years of Darude’s career,having already touched down in major cities including Sydney, New York, Tokyo and Miami,reaffirming his legacy while proving his story is still being written.

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