DJ, producer, and live instrumentalist, Timmy Trumpet is undeniably one of the most explosive performers in electronic music today. An award-winning, multi-platinum artist, Timmy has risen to the top of the industry. His breakout single, “Freaks,” has amassed over half a billion streams, with several of his singles surpassing the 100 million mark on Spotify alone. From performing on Jimmy Kimmel Live! to delivering the most-streamed set at Tomorrowland, Timmy is a top choice for festival promoters worldwide.
With a music career spanning over twenty years, Timmy’s journey began as a classically trained jazz musician. At just thirteen, he was named “Young Musician of the Year” and awarded a full scholarship to the Conservatorium of Music, where he was tutored by Sydney Symphony Orchestra’s Anthony Heinrich. Within two years, Timmy secured a lead position as the solo trumpet player in the Australian All-Star Stage Band, embarking on an extensive European tour and performing at some of the world’s most renowned jazz festivals.
As a songwriter and producer, Timmy Trumpet defies categorization, creating music across a wide range of genres. “To me, there are only two kinds of music: good music and bad music. Hopefully, I’m making the good stuff!” he says. The numbers support his success, with Timmy’s discography amassing over 2.5 billion streams.
An enthusiastic collaborator, Timmy’s extensive catalog includes work with global heavyweights like Armin Van Buuren, Hardwell, Afrojack, Steve Aoki, Dimitri Vegas & Like Mike, R3HAB, W&W, ALOK, and KSHMR. His debut on Tomorrowland’s mainstage in 2017 is the most-streamed set on the festival’s official YouTube channel, with his 2022 set continuing to lead in popularity.
Timmy’s international touring schedule is packed, with headlining performances at legendary festivals like Tomorrowland, Ultra, and EDC. In 2022, he threw out the first pitch at a NY Mets vs. LA Dodgers game and performed his hit “Narco” as pitcher Edwin Diaz walked to the mound. This iconic moment racked up over 200 million views on social media in 48 hours, sending “Narco” to #1 on Spotify’s Viral Chart in the USA. Adding to his impressive achievements, Timmy became the first instrumentalist to perform in zero gravity, thanks to a partnership with BigCityBeats and the European Space Agency.
When asked if he ever reflects on his journey from band camp and after-school jazz practice, Timmy’s response is simple: “We’re just getting started!”
