Let’s find out who are the best DJs in the world. That is, according to Google Trends. The data gives us a great idea about the most popular DJs throughout history. Going all the way back to 2004.
Top DJs of all time
To make this video (make sure to watch it), we have collected the absolute best DJs from 2004 up until 2019. In alphabetical order, these are the top DJs that will be battling it out:
- Above & Beyond
- Afrojack
- Armin Van Buuren
- ATB
- Avicii
- Axwell
- Carl Cox
- Christopher Lawrence
- Dash Berlin
- David Guetta
- Deadmau5
- Deep Dish
- Dimitri Vegas & Like Mike
- DJ Dan
- Don Diablo
- Ferry Corsten
- Gareth Emery
- Hardwell
- Hernan Cattaneo
- Infected Mushroom
- John Digweed
- Markus Schulz
- Marshmello
- Martin Garrix
- Nicky Romero
- Oliver Heldens
- Paul Oakenfold
- Paul van Dyk
- Sander Van Doorn
- Sasha
- Skrillex
- Steve Aoki
- Swedish House Mafia
- The Chainsmokers
- Tiësto
Best DJs in the world in 2004
The list starts in 2004 where the DJ landscape looked quite different from today. In that year, these were the top 10 DJs stealing the show:
- Tiësto
- Paul van Dyk
- Armin van Buuren
- Sasha
- Ferry Corsten
- Hernan Canttaneo
- Christopher Lawrence
- John Digweed
- Paul Oakenfold
- Deep Dish
EDM and The Netherlands
Quite interestingly, the top 3 in 2004 were all Dutch DJs. The Netherlands has always been a breading ground for Electronic Dance Music (EDM).
Best DJs in the world today
Of course, names come and go, but it’s remarkable to see how some popular DJs back in the day are still holding their ground today. So if you haven’t yet, watch the video for the entire evolution of the best DJs in the world.
And let me know; if you have to pick one, what is your absolute favorite DJ? I’ll read your answer down below, and stay tuned for the next video.