Alesso
A globally recognized DJ and producer, Alesso, has consistently demonstrated a reach that transcends traditional musical boundaries. A key figure in the electronic music scene, he's achieved multiple RIAA-certified Platinum and Gold records, amassed over 5.5 billion streams worldwide, and collaborated with a diverse array of artists throughout his influential career. Possessing a devoted global fanbase, Alesso stands as a testament to excellence in electronic music and beyond.
Born Alessandro Lindblad in Stockholm, Sweden, Alesso rapidly rose to prominence through his remixes of tracks by Tiësto, Swedish House Mafia, and Avicii, before establishing himself as a prominent artist in his own right. His second single, "Calling (Losing My Mind)" from 2012, featuring Sebastian Ingrosso of Swedish House Mafia and Ryan Tedder of OneRepublic, achieved double Platinum status in Sweden and topped Billboard's US Hot Dance Club Songs chart. In 2014, "Heroes (we could be)" with Tove Lo, earned him Platinum certification in the U.S. His 2014 album, Forever, reached the peak position on Billboard's Top Dance/Electronic Albums and number 30 on the Billboard 200. Since his initial releases, Alesso has displayed a remarkable ability to blend his sound with various genres, collaborating with a wide spectrum of artists including Katy Perry, Ryan Tedder of OneRepublic, Calvin Harris, Tove Lo, Liam Payne, James Bay, Marshmello, Sebastian Ingrosso of Swedish House Mafia, Hailee Steinfeld, Florida Georgia Line, 1 Anitta, and others. His breakup anthem, "Let Me Go," a collaboration with Hailee Steinfeld and Florida Georgia Line, reached number 9 on Billboard's Hot Dance/Electronic Songs chart, while "Is That For Me" peaked at number 25.
In 2020, Alesso released two successful singles: "Midnight" featuring Liam Payne, and "THE END" with goth-pop artist Charlotte Lawrence. Subsequently, he unveiled the romantic ballad "Chasing Stars (with Marshmello feat. James Bay)," the dynamic "Rescue Me (with Danna Paola)" from the Blade Runner Black Lotus soundtrack, and the energetic "Somebody To Use."
Concluding 2021, Alesso entered the NFT space with the Cosmic Genesis collection and launched "When I'm Gone," a major collaboration with Katy Perry. This paved the way for his 2022 releases, including "Words," a crossover hit with Zara Larsson, recognized by BILLBOARD as the leading dance track of the year. This track also prompted a remix EP featuring artists such as Chapter & Verse, Sentinel, Arodes, and Majestic. Alesso further delivered the house anthem "Only You," produced with Sentinel, and "Dark," an atmospheric track created for THE BATMAN film. He ended the year with "We Go Out," an exhilarating dance track made with Sick Individuals. Alesso has performed at major international festivals like Tomorrowland, Ultra Music Festival, and Electric Daisy Carnival. His television appearances include closing GMA’s Summer Concert Series, performing on "The Late Show with James Corden," gracing the AMAs stage, and making his "Saturday Night Live" debut alongside Katy Perry in January 2022.
In recent years, Alesso's songs have garnered nearly 1 billion views on TikTok, and he has amassed over 2 million Instagram followers. He's placed 3 songs ("Let Me Go," "Heroes," and "When I'm Gone") on the Billboard Hot 100, and now boasts over 16 million followers across his social media platforms. Alesso consistently evolves his sonic landscape, ensuring his legacy remains timeless and influential for generations to come.
