Ricardo Villalobos
Ricardo Villalobos: quick facts
Sourced, updated Nov 2026- Born
- August 6, 1970 (age 56)
- Zodiac sign
- Leo
- Birthplace
- Santiago, Chile
- Nationality
- Chilean-German
- Based in
- Berlin, Germany
- Genres
- Minimal techno, Microhouse, Techno
- Labels
- Sei Es Drum (founder)
- Active since
- 1993
Essential tracks
- 808 The Bassqueen1999
- Lazerpresent2006
- Fizheuer Zieheuer2006
- Enfants2008
Frequently asked questions
Quick answers about Ricardo Villalobos
Where is Ricardo Villalobos from?
Ricardo Villalobos is from Santiago, Chile. Nationality: Chilean-German. Today Ricardo Villalobos is based in Berlin, Germany.
How old is Ricardo Villalobos?
Ricardo Villalobos is 56 years old, born on August 6, 1970.
What kind of music does Ricardo Villalobos play?
Ricardo Villalobos plays minimal techno, microhouse and techno.
Does Ricardo Villalobos have a record label?
Yes. Ricardo Villalobos founded Sei Es Drum.
What are Ricardo Villalobos's best known tracks?
Signature tracks include "808 The Bassqueen" (1999), "Lazerpresent" (2006) and "Fizheuer Zieheuer" (2006).
Where does Ricardo Villalobos live?
Ricardo Villalobos moved from Chile to Germany with his family in 1973, grew up in Darmstadt and is based in Berlin.
Is Ricardo Villalobos considered a top DJ?
Yes. He was voted number one in Resident Advisor's Top 100 DJs poll in 2007, 2008 and 2010, and is seen as one of the key figures of minimal techno.
When is Ricardo Villalobos's next festival show?
Ricardo Villalobos is on the lineup of Where Are My Keys Miami Basel (Miami, FL, United States) 2026, starting December 3, 2026.