The outpouring of shock and grief at the tragic loss of Swedish EDM artist and beloved DJ, Tim Bergling, also known as Avicii, still has us reeling.
Single-handedly ushering in Electronic Dance Music to the mainstream – the celebrated artist rose to global fame in 2011 with his hit song “Levels”, which earned him a Grammy nomination that same year.
Perhaps the most defining of Bergling’s song came from his 2013 album TRUE. The chart-topping generational anthem “Wake Me Up”, dominated the charts all across the world. His unique sound, a harmony of soaring synths and pulsating melodies has made him a permanent fixture in the music industry.
As a proper send off for the talented and mighty artist, here are 5 of his soul-stirring and timeless creations.
Seek Bromance
Before he was Avicii, he was Tim Berg. In “Seek Bromance”, we hear the sounds that would propel him to the international arena and set him apart from his peers. His signature blend of synths and lyrical melodies make this song a classic feel-good jam.
Sunshine
When two of the biggest names in the EDM scene collaborate you get the instrumental gem “Sunshine”. With the combination of pop and the ever-popular big room sound, Guetta and Avicii gives listeners one of those songs you’ll find yourself pumping your fist in the air to.
Wake Me Up
Introducing ‘folktronic’ to the masses, Avicii broke the minds of music-listeners with this scintillating combination of country music and electronic music. Heard all around the world, this masterpiece of a song speaks to millions.
Addicted To You
The smoky vocals of Audra Mae lends itself beautifully to the dance track. The mesmerising beats of the talented DJ mixed with the relentless twanging of guitars gives this song a hauntingly exciting feel.
Levels
Immediately recognizable, this chart-topper is right up there with dance classics like “Sandstorm”. Regarded as Avicii’s signature hit, this blockbuster track changed the face of EDM as we know it. It is a timeless classic that will forever tug at the strings of our heart and get us grooving. Rest up, Avicii.