Nicky Romero, born Nick Rotteveel on January 6, 1989, in Amerongen, Netherlands, is a Dutch DJ, record producer, and remixer known for blending progressive house with pop sensibilities. He broke through with the 2012 viral hit "Toulouse" and has collaborated with major artists like David Guetta, Avicii, and Calvin Harris. In 2012, he founded Protocol Recordings, a label that has propelled numerous artists to prominence, cementing his status as both a performer and industry mogul.