Darude: quick facts
Sourced, updated Oct 2026- Real name
- Toni-Ville Henrik Virtanen
- Born
- July 17, 1975 (age 51)
- Zodiac sign
- Cancer
- Birthplace
- Eura, Finland
- Nationality
- Finnish
- Genres
- Trance, Progressive trance, House
- Labels
- 16 Inch Records, EnMass Music (founder)
- Active since
- 1995
Essential tracks
- Sandstorm1999
- Feel the Beat2000
- Out of Control (Back for More)2001
- Surrender2018
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Frequently asked questions
Quick answers about Darude
Where is Darude from?
Darude is from Eura, Finland. Nationality: Finnish.
How old is Darude?
Darude is 51 years old, born on July 17, 1975.
What is Darude's real name?
Darude's real name is Toni-Ville Henrik Virtanen.
What kind of music does Darude play?
Darude plays trance, progressive trance and house.
Does Darude have a record label?
Yes. Darude founded EnMass Music.
What are Darude's best known tracks?
Signature tracks include "Sandstorm" (1999), "Feel the Beat" (2000) and "Out of Control (Back for More)" (2001).
When is Darude's next festival show?
Darude is on the lineup of Festivaland (Warsaw, Poland) 2026, starting December 31, 2026.
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