Adaro
Dutch hardstyle producer Thijs Ploegmakers, an originator of raw hardstyle and member of Gunz For Hire.
Adaro: quick facts
Sourced, updated Nov 2026- Real name
- Thijs Ploegmakers
- Born
- July 29, 1980 (age 46)
- Zodiac sign
- Leo
- Birthplace
- Schaijk, Netherlands
- Nationality
- Dutch
- Based in
- Netherlands
- Genres
- Hardstyle, Rawstyle
- Labels
- Roughstate (founder), Q-Dance, Scantraxx
Essential tracks
- No Time to Sleep2011
- Reach For The Sky2020
- Family2025
- Oldschool Lovers2026
Frequently asked questions
Quick answers about Adaro
Where is Adaro from?
Adaro is from Schaijk, Netherlands. Nationality: Dutch. Today Adaro is based in Netherlands.
How old is Adaro?
Adaro is 46 years old, born on July 29, 1980.
What is Adaro's real name?
Adaro's real name is Thijs Ploegmakers.
What kind of music does Adaro play?
Adaro plays hardstyle and rawstyle.
Does Adaro have a record label?
Yes. Adaro founded Roughstate.
What are Adaro's best known tracks?
Signature tracks include "No Time to Sleep" (2011), "Reach For The Sky" (2020) and "Family" (2025).
When is Adaro's next festival show?
Adaro is on the lineup of Origins of Raw Classics (Rosmalen, Netherlands) 2026, starting December 5, 2026.