DVS1: quick facts
Sourced, updated Sep 2026- Real name
- Zak Khutoretsky
- Born
- Born 1976 (age 49 or 50)
- Birthplace
- Saint Petersburg, Russia
- Nationality
- American
- Based in
- Minneapolis, United States
- Genres
- Techno, House
- Labels
- HUSH (founder), Mistress Recordings (founder)
Essential tracks
- Running2009
- Confused2011
- Creepin2014
- Page 1 (with James Ruskin)2017
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Where DVS1 has played
Frequently asked questions
Quick answers about DVS1
Where is DVS1 from?
DVS1 is from Saint Petersburg, Russia. Nationality: American. Today DVS1 is based in Minneapolis, United States.
How old is DVS1?
DVS1 was born in 1976, which makes them 49 or 50 years old.
What is DVS1's real name?
DVS1's real name is Zak Khutoretsky.
What kind of music does DVS1 play?
DVS1 plays techno and house.
Does DVS1 have a record label?
Yes. DVS1 founded HUSH and Mistress Recordings.
What are DVS1's best known tracks?
Signature tracks include "Running" (2009), "Confused" (2011) and "Creepin" (2014).
Where is DVS1 based?
DVS1 is based in Minneapolis, where he started throwing underground parties at 18 and still hosts unadvertised events between his international tours.
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