Nicky Romero: quick facts
Sourced, updated Sep 2026- Real name
- Nick Rotteveel
- Born
- January 6, 1989 (age 37)
- Zodiac sign
- Capricorn
- Birthplace
- Amerongen, Netherlands
- Nationality
- Dutch
- Based in
- Netherlands
- Genres
- Progressive house, Electro house, Big room
- Labels
- Protocol Recordings (founder)
- Active since
- 2007
Essential tracks
- Toulouse2012
- I Could Be the One2012
- Like Home2013
- All You Need Is Love2023
- Shout2025
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Frequently asked questions
Quick answers about Nicky Romero
Where is Nicky Romero from?
Nicky Romero is from Amerongen, Netherlands. Nationality: Dutch. Today Nicky Romero is based in Netherlands.
How old is Nicky Romero?
Nicky Romero is 37 years old, born on January 6, 1989.
What is Nicky Romero's real name?
Nicky Romero's real name is Nick Rotteveel.
What kind of music does Nicky Romero play?
Nicky Romero plays progressive house, electro house and big room.
Does Nicky Romero have a record label?
Yes. Nicky Romero founded Protocol Recordings.
What are Nicky Romero's best known tracks?
Signature tracks include "Toulouse" (2012), "I Could Be the One" (2012) and "Like Home" (2013).
Is Nicky Romero's Kickstart plugin free?
No. Nicky Romero Kickstart 2, the sidechain plugin he developed with Cableguys, is a paid plugin sold for about 14 EUR or 16 USD, with a free trial available.
What DAW does Nicky Romero use?
Nicky Romero produces in Logic Pro. He told MusicTech in 2021 that he started on FL Studio but switched and had been using Logic for about ten years.
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