producer, songwriter, artist, DJ of electronic dance music. He is known for his eclectic style of production. Don Pepijn Schipper was born in Coevorden, Netherlands in February 27, 1980. He started early with music signing his first record deal at age fifteen. At the end of 2005, Don Diablo founded his own record label and event brand, Sellout Sessions, raising his profile in his native country, the Netherlands. Success followed soon after with (underground) hits like "Blow", "Who's Your Daddy", "Pain Is Temporary, Pride Is Forever", "Hooligans" and "Animale". "Blow" was the first single to create a big buzz on international club scenes getting licensed to over ten countries. He also completed his studies obtaining a Bachelor's degree in Journalism. Don Diablo's hectic tour schedule has taken him from London to Tokyo and from Miami to Sydney, playing at clubs and festivals like Glastonbury, Creamfields, Tomorrowland, Future Music Festival, Ministry of Sound, Razzmatazz and Space (Ibiza) to name a few. He has produced for artists such as Rox, Example, Dragonette, Sidney Samson, Diplo and Ou Est Le Swimming Pool. He has also remixed for the Tinie Tempah, Mika, The Chemical Brothers, Cassius, Gorillaz, Public Enemy, Iggy Pop, Plump DJs. Don Diablo has been very active in the blogscene. According to North American music blog aggregator The Hype Machine, he was named "Most Blogged Artist" in the world several times which brought publicity to the producer. Don Diablo also proved his ability in A&R by discovering, signing and then licensing the UK top 3 chart hit "Exceeder" by Mason. The record was originally signed to Middle of the Road; a record label set up by Don Diablo and well-known Amsterdam-based club promoter Roy Avni (Electro Nation).