Paul Elstak

Paul Elstak
Paul Elstak
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Monthly Listeners

Monthly Listeners2,168,594+0.9%7dListeners from Playlists185,860-2.6%7dChangeN/A—

2,149,001 – 2,168,594

Discography

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Top Audiences

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Top Listener Locations

NLAmsterdam, NL71,495
DEHamburg, DE66,165
DEBerlin, DE58,257
DEFrankfurt am Main, DE50,259
DEMunich, DE40,190

Playlist Summary

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59,920
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5
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12,295,318
Playlist follower reach (sum)
185,860+
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8.6%
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Biography & Metadata

Paul Elstak, born on January 14, 1966, is a Dutch DJ and producer renowned as a pioneer in the Hardcore music scene. He has had a prolific career and is considered one of the founders of Hardcore and Gabber music styles. Elstak is known for his energetic performances and his contributions to the development of Dutch Dance culture. Additionally, he has produced iconic hits such as “Life Is Like A Dance,” “Luv U More,” “Rainbow in the Sky,” “Promised Land,” “Turbo,” “Kind van De Duivel,” “Engeltje,” and co-produced “Europapa.” These tracks have had a lasting impact on the Hardcore and Gabber music scene, solidifying Elstak’s reputation as one of the genre’s leading figures.

Updated Nov 8, 2026, 8:17 PM
First discovered Apr 11, 2025, 7:12 PM