DJ Snake
French DJ, record producer, and Grammy-nominated electronic music artist known for global hits like 'Lean On' and 'Turn Down for What'.Born in Paris to Algerian parents, DJ Snake rose from underground DJing and graffiti artistry to international stardom. He gained early recognition producing for Lady Gaga before breakthrough solo success in 2013. His collaborations with Major Lazer, Justin Bieber, and Cardi B have dominated charts, solidifying his status as a leading EDM figure.
- His stage name originated during teenage graffiti exploits when police dubbed him 'Snake' for evading capture through clever escape routes.
- Despite being partially deaf in his right ear since birth, he developed exceptional sound engineering skills through intensive studio work.
- He faced controversy in India when a 2017 concert caused structural damage to Delhi's JLN Stadium stage during his set.
- DJ Snake maintains strong ties to Algeria, funding music studios in Algiers and frequently incorporating North African instrumentation into his tracks.