As KSHMR celebrates his 36th birthday, it’s the perfect moment to look back at the incredible journey of this trailblazing artist. Born as Niles Hollowell-Dhar, KSHMR rose to fame with his signature fusion of Indian-inspired melodies and spirited beats. His unique sound has earned him a spot among the top producers in the world of Electronic Dance Music. His illustrious career began as part of the production duo of the hit 2000’s bandThe Cataracs, where KSHMR had an integral role in crafting tracks such as ‘Like a G6’. Then, KSHMR eventually branched out into a solo project where he honed his distinctive sound, blending cinematic scores with thrilling drops. Hits like ‘Jammu’, ‘Bazaar’, and ‘Secrets’ quickly cemented his place in the festival circuit, while collaborations with the likes of Tiesto, R3hab and Hardwell helped propel him to new heights.
As an artist known for paying homage to his Indian heritage, KSHMR has continuously redefined the boundaries of electronic music. His releases have consistently topped charts and brought inspiration to many aspiring producers and DJs.
To ring in his 36th birthday, what better way to celebrate than with a playlist of his top 10 iconic hits? From festival anthems to songs with catchy lyrics, these are the tracks that showcase the very best of KSHMR’s long and successful career:
10.Bazaar (with Marnik) – 38M streams
9. Memories (with Bassjackers and Sirah) – 38M streams
8. Harder (with Tiësto and Talay Riley) – 46M streams
7. Scare Me (with LUMIX, Gabry Ponte, and Karra) – 53M streams
6. My Best Life (Club Mix) – 57M streams
5. Karate (with R3HAB) – 57M streams
4. Wildcard (with Sidnie Tipton) – 70M streams
3. Kids (with MKLA) – 101M streams
2. Power (with Hardwell) – 117M streams
1. Secrets (with Tiësto and VASSY) – 199M streams
As KSHMR continues to innovate and push boundaries in electronic music, these tracks are a testament to his versatility and lasting impact on the genre. Here’s to many more years of groundbreaking anthems from this EDM icon!