Artist Spotlight: Alan Walker

Alan Walker is a British-Norwegian DJ and record producer who burst onto the electronic music scene in 2015 with his breakout hit “Faded”.

Born in Northampton, England, in 1997, Walker moved to Bergen, Norway, as a child. He began producing music in his teens, learning through YouTube tutorials and experimenting with FL Studio.

Walker’s signature sound blends melodic EDM with cinematic elements, often featuring haunting vocals and emotive piano lines. His masked persona and iconic logo have become synonymous with his brand.

His debut single “Faded” went viral, amassing billions of streams and catapulting him to international stardom. Follow-up tracks like “Sing Me to Sleep” and “Alone” further solidified his position in the EDM world.

“Barcelona”, released in 2023, showcases Walker’s evolution as an artist, incorporating more pop-oriented elements while maintaining his trademark atmospheric production.

Walker has collaborated with numerous artists, including Ava Max, Noah Cyrus, and K-391, and has remixed tracks for global superstars like Sia and Coldplay. His live performances, complete with dazzling visuals and light shows, have made him a festival favorite worldwide.