R3HAB, born as Fadil El Ghoul, is a Dutch-Moroccan DJ, record producer, and remixer who has gained international fame and recognition in the world of electronic dance music (EDM).
R3HAB was born on April 2, 1986, in Marrakesh, Morocco, and grew up in the Netherlands. He started his career in 2008, after graduating in Civil Engineering from the University of Delft. Initially, he was interested in hip-hop music and was a member of a local Dutch rap group.
However, he soon discovered his love for EDM and started producing his own tracks. He released his first single "Mrkrstft" in 2008, followed by "Check This Out" in 2009, which caught the attention of popular DJs and producers. R3HAB gained further recognition in 2010 when he was signed by Afrojack and released his first remixes and collaborations.
Since then, R3HAB has released several hit singles, remixes, and albums, which have earned him critical acclaim and commercial success. He has collaborated with several renowned artists such as Zara Larsson, A Touch of Class, Luis Fonsi, and Calvin Harris, to name a few.
In 2017, R3HAB launched his own record label, CYB3RPVNK, which has become a prominent platform for young and upcoming producers to showcase their talent. He has also performed at some of the most prestigious stages and festivals across the world, such as Tomorrowland, EDC, and Ultra Miami.
R3HAB's style is a unique blend of progressive and electro-house music, which has gained him a strong fan following. He has also been recognized for his efforts towards charitable causes and social issues, such as his collaboration with the non-profit organization Starlight Children's Foundation.
R3HAB has been ranked among the Top 100 DJs in the world by DJ Mag, reaching as high as 12th position in 2020. He continues to be a popular and influential figure in the EDM scene, constantly pushing boundaries and breaking records.
