Egbert Nathaniel Dawkins III, known professionally as Aloe Blacc, is an American singer-songwriter and rapper. He is best known for his guest performance on Avicii's 2013 single "Wake Me Up", which peaked the charts in 22 countries including Australia and the United Kingdom. As a lead artist, he is known for his singles "I Need a Dollar" and "The Man", the latter of which peaked the UK Singles Chart. Aside from his solo career, Blacc is also a member of hip hop duo Emanon, alongside American record producer Exile.
Aloe Blacc performing in 2011
Aloe Blacc with Randal Fisher (saxophone); Chris Bautista (trumpet) live at the NSJ Festival, Rotterdam, July 8, 2012
Aloe Blacc in 2012
Tim Bergling, known professionally as Avicii, was a Swedish DJ and music producer. At age 16, he began posting his remixes on electronic music forums, which led to his first record deal. He rose to prominence in 2011 with his single "Levels". His debut studio album, True (2013), blended electronic music with elements of multiple genres and received generally positive reviews. It peaked in the top 10 in more than 15 countries and topped international charts; the lead single, "Wake Me Up", topped most music markets in Europe and reached number four in the United States.
Avicii in 2014
Avicii at the Inox Festival in September 2011
Avicii during an interview in May 2012
Avicii performing at Ushuaïa Nightclub in August 2014