Skrillex: quick facts
Sourced, updated Sep 2026- Real name
- Sonny John Moore
- Born
- January 15, 1988 (age 38)
- Zodiac sign
- Capricorn
- Birthplace
- Los Angeles, California, United States
- Nationality
- American
- Genres
- Dubstep, Electro house, EDM
- Labels
- OWSLA (founder)
- Active since
- 2004
Essential tracks
- Scary Monsters and Nice Sprites2010
- First of the Year (Equinox)2011
- Bangarang (feat. Sirah)2011
- Where Are Ü Now (with Diplo and Justin Bieber)2015
- Rumble (with Fred again.. and Flowdan)2023
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Frequently asked questions
Quick answers about Skrillex
Where is Skrillex from?
Skrillex is from Los Angeles, California, United States. Nationality: American.
How old is Skrillex?
Skrillex is 38 years old, born on January 15, 1988.
What is Skrillex's real name?
Skrillex's real name is Sonny John Moore.
What kind of music does Skrillex play?
Skrillex plays dubstep, electro house and edm.
Does Skrillex have a record label?
Yes. Skrillex founded OWSLA.
What are Skrillex's best known tracks?
Signature tracks include "Scary Monsters and Nice Sprites" (2010), "First of the Year (Equinox)" (2011) and "Bangarang (feat. Sirah)" (2011).
How did Skrillex get famous?
He first sang in the post-hardcore band From First to Last, then went solo. His 2010 EP Scary Monsters and Nice Sprites made him a dubstep star and he has since won nine Grammy Awards.
Does Skrillex still make music?
Yes. He released the albums Quest for Fire and Don't Get Too Close in February 2023, and the dubstep-heavy album F*ck U Skrillex You Think Ur Andy Warhol but Ur Not!! <3 on 1 April 2025.
When is Skrillex's next festival show?
Skrillex is on the lineup of HEAD TRIP (Indio, CA, USA) 2026, starting October 10, 2026.
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