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| Name | Tim Bergling |
| Background | solo_singer |
| Birth name | Tim Bergling |
| Birth date | 8 September 1989 |
| Birth place | Stockholm, Sweden |
| Death date | 20 April 2018 |
| Death place | Muscat, Oman |
| Occupation | DJ, record producer, remixer, songwriter |
| Years active | 2006–2018 |
| Labels | Universal Music Group, PRMD Music, Positiva Records |
| Associated acts | David Guetta, Nicky Romero, Coldplay, Rita Ora, Aloe Blacc, Björk |
Avicii Tim Bergling (8 September 1989 – 20 April 2018) was a Swedish DJ, record producer, remixer, and songwriter who achieved global success in electronic dance music. His work popularized progressive house and EDM in mainstream pop through hit singles, high-profile collaborations, and festival headlining appearances. He received numerous awards and influenced a generation of producers while also engaging in humanitarian and entrepreneurial activities.
Early life and career beginnings
Bergling was born in Stockholm to Klas Bergling and Anki Lidén and grew up in the Östermalm district, attending Södra Latins music program and showing early interest in electronic music technology. Influenced by artists and producers such as Daft Punk, Eric Prydz, Swedish House Mafia, and Eurythmics, he began producing under aliases and uploaded tracks to platforms like Myspace and SoundCloud before gaining recognition in the electronic dance music community. Early releases and bootlegs circulated through labels and DJs associated with Toolroom Records, Mixmag, and Beatport, leading to signing with PRMD Music and initial support from established DJs including Armin van Buuren, Sebastian Ingrosso, and Steve Angello.
Breakthrough and major releases
Bergling achieved international breakthrough with the 2011 single "Levels", which sampled elements from Etta James-related recordings and received remixes and radio play across BBC Radio 1, Zane Lowe, and Ministry of Sound compilations. Subsequent singles such as "Wake Me Up" (featuring Aloe Blacc) and "Hey Brother" blended country and folk elements with progressive house, appearing on his debut studio album, True, released through Island Records and Universal Music Group in 2013. His second studio album, Stories (2015), featured collaborations with Chris Martin of Coldplay and Wyclef Jean, while the posthumous compilation Tim (2019) completed unfinished material with contributions from Kygo, Chris Martin, and Brittany Howard. Chart success included placements on the Billboard Hot 100, UK Singles Chart, and ARIA Charts, and awards from institutions such as the Billboard Music Awards, MTV Europe Music Awards, and Grammy Awards nominations.
Musical style and influences
Bergling's style fused progressive house, electro house, and pop songwriting, incorporating melodic guitar lines, acoustic textures, and vocal performances akin to productions by Calvin Harris, David Guetta, and Disclosure. He cited influences including Tiesto, Avicii (as an alias is not linked per instructions), Swedish folk music traditions and producers like A-Trak and Martin Garrix; his arrangements often used software tools from FL Studio, synthesizers associated with Korg and Roland, and production techniques featured on Sound on Sound and industry tutorials. His approach bridged dancefloor dynamics of events like Tomorrowland and Ultra Music Festival with radio-friendly structures favored by BBC Radio 1 and major record labels.
Live performances and tours
Bergling performed at major festivals and venues worldwide, headlining Ultra Music Festival, Tomorrowland, Coachella Valley Music and Arts Festival, Glastonbury Festival, and arena tours across North America, Europe, and Asia. His live setups combined DJing with live vocalists and instrumentalists, collaborating onstage with artists such as Rita Ora and Chris Martin; production crews included technicians familiar with Pioneer DJ equipment and large-scale production companies used at Madison Square Garden and Wembley Stadium. Health issues led him to retire from touring in 2016, announced via statements shared with media outlets including Rolling Stone, Billboard, and BBC News.
Philanthropy and business ventures
Bergling engaged in philanthropy through the establishment of the Tim Bergling Foundation (posthumously registered) and supported causes including mental health awareness, suicide prevention, and UNICEFs related initiatives; he worked with organizations such as The Hunger Project and partnered on campaigns promoted across Instagram, Twitter, and YouTube. Business endeavors included label partnerships with PRMD Music, brand collaborations with companies operating in Los Angeles and Stockholm, and releases through major distributors like Universal Music Group and Island Records that extended into sync placements in film and television productions.
Personal life and death
Bergling lived in Stockholm and spent time in Los Angeles, citing relocations to support production work and health treatments involving specialists in California and Sweden. He struggled with acute pancreatitis, partly linked to alcohol use, and underwent surgery in 2014 after collapsing in Málaga, prompting a reduction in touring. On 20 April 2018 he died in Muscat, and his death prompted investigations by local authorities and widespread tributes from figures including David Guetta, Zedd, Beyoncé, Katy Perry, and institutions such as Grammy Awards and Billboard. His family later confirmed his death was self-inflicted; memorials and calls for better mental health support followed from peers and organizations worldwide.
Category:Swedish DJs Category:1989 births Category:2018 deaths