Diplo
Short History & Biography
Thomas Wesley Pentz, professionally known as Diplo, was born on November 10, 1978, in Tupelo, Mississippi, USA. He is a versatile DJ, record producer, and songwriter known for blending genres such as EDM, dancehall, hip hop, and pop. Diplo co-founded the electronic duo Major Lazer, the supergroup LSD (with Labrinth and Sia), and the house project Silk City (with Mark Ronson). As a producer, he has worked with global stars like Beyoncé, Madonna, Justin Bieber, and Bad Bunny. His eclectic style and influence have made him one of the most in-demand names in the music industry. (source: Wikipedia)
Official Website
diplo.com
Top 5 Tracks
- Be Right There (with Sleepy Tom)
- Where Are Ü Now (with Skrillex & Justin Bieber, as Jack Ü)
- Express Yourself (feat. Nicky Da B)
- Electricity (with Mark Ronson as Silk City, feat. Dua Lipa)
- Lean On (with Major Lazer & DJ Snake feat. MØ)
Festival / Event Appearance (2025)
Performed at Coachella 2025, delivering a genre-spanning set featuring house, techno, and dancehall elements, along with surprise guest appearances.
Summary Table
| Artist | Highlights | Official Website | Key Event (2025) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Diplo | Genre-blending DJ/producer; founder of Major Lazer & Silk City | diplo.com | Coachella 2025 |