Axwell: quick facts
Sourced, updated Oct 2026- Real name
- Axel Christofer Hedfors
- Born
- December 18, 1977 (age 48)
- Zodiac sign
- Sagittarius
- Birthplace
- Lund, Sweden
- Nationality
- Swedish
- Genres
- Progressive house, Electro house, House
- Labels
- Axtone Records (founder)
- Active since
- 1995
Essential tracks
- Feel the Vibe2004
- I Found U2007
- Center of the Universe2013
- I Am2013
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Upcoming shows
Festivals with Axwell on the lineup
Past festival appearances
Where Axwell has played
Sunrise Festival (Kołobrzeg, Poland) 2026
Tomorrowland Brasil (São Paulo, Brazil) 2025
Nocturnal Wonderland (San Bernardino, CA, USA) 2025
Tomorrowland (Boom, Belgium) 2025
Ultra Music Festival (Miami, United States) 2025
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Frequently asked questions
Quick answers about Axwell
Where is Axwell from?
Axwell is from Lund, Sweden. Nationality: Swedish.
How old is Axwell?
Axwell is 48 years old, born on December 18, 1977.
What is Axwell's real name?
Axwell's real name is Axel Christofer Hedfors.
What kind of music does Axwell play?
Axwell plays progressive house, electro house and house.
Does Axwell have a record label?
Yes. Axwell founded Axtone Records.
What are Axwell's best known tracks?
Signature tracks include "Feel the Vibe" (2004), "I Found U" (2007) and "Center of the Universe" (2013).
When is Axwell's next festival show?
Axwell is on the lineup of The Magic of Tomorrowland (Shanghai, China) 2026, starting October 17, 2026.
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