Biography
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Born
30 August 1991 (age 32)
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Born In
Ciudad de México, Mexico
Erick Orrosquieta (born August 30, 1991), commonly known by his stage name Deorro, is a Mexican-American DJ signed to Ultra Records. He formerly used the name TON!C.
Deorro was born in Los Angeles to Mexican parents. He began his DJ career by playing at local gigs when he was 14. By the time Deorro turned 17, he was already producing his own tracks. In 2012, he was asked by DJ Chuckie to remix his track "Make Some Noise". Deorro's remix landed in the top 50 on Beatport. He has since remixed tracks from multiple international famed DJs such as Steve Aoki, Laidback Luke, and Gareth Emery, among others.
In 2011, DEORRO reached over 20,000 followers & had over 1.5 million plays on Soundcloud. DEORRO has also been on the Top daily charts for Soundcloud numerous times. In late 2011, DEORRO signed one of his most popular tracks, "Big Fat", to BIP Records, which expanded his fan base world wide. One of DEORRO's biggest accomplishments was making the Beatport Top 20 in Electro House. DEORRO has gained support from big names such as Laidback Luke, Tiesto, Kaskade, Porter Robinson, Bingo Players, Knife Party, Afrojack, Chuckie, Sidney Samson, Steve Aoki, Dillon Francis, Alvin Risk, Cazzette, Peace Treaty and many more.
In 2012, DEORRO was added as a supporting act on a US Tour, selling out shows in several states and rapidly gaining fans. DEORRO also went on an Australian Tour, and played to sold out shows in Melbourne & Sydney. DEORRO was given the opportunity to close out the main stage at the Good Life Festival 2012 in Melbourne Australia, playing to over 30,000 people, after Skrillex & Steve Angello. It was an outstanding and unforgettable performance, about which people still talk till this day.
One thing is certain: DEORRO is a one-of-a-kind act which only comes around once in a generation. His unique sound and style definitely makes him a must-see act. Keep an eye out for this talented individual who will soon make headlines and a huge impact in the EDM industry.
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