Darude ‘Sandstorm’ | The making of a dance anthem

First release in October 1999, Darude’s ‘Sandstorm’ remains one of dance music’s most recognisable tracks 25 years later. Here, he shares its story.

“It went viral, before viral was a thing,” The Finnish DJ and producer reflects when asked about the legacy of ‘Sandstorm’, from its early chart success and Top of the Pops glory, to its seemingly never-ending social media attention and cult following of today.

Electronic music history is rich with unforgettable and timeless classics like these. In our Making Of A Dance Classic series, DJ Mag explores the tales behind some of the world’s favourite tracks, told by the people that made them. You can watch the episode above, and subscribe to DJ Mag’s YouTube channel for more exclusive content here.

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