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⚫ | '''Aaron Hibell''' (born April 9, 1996) previously known as '''Hibell''', is an English DJ, record producer, composer and electronic artist.<ref name="ra.co">{{Cite web |title=Aaron Hibell · Biography · Artist ⟋ RA |url=https://ra.co/dj/aaronhibell/biography |access-date=2024-12-30 |website=Resident Advisor |language=en}}</ref> | ||
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He's best known for his distinct music production which has been described as a cinematic blend of ] with ] and ] music.<ref>{{Cite web |title=Aaron Hibell – Artists |url=https://www.insomniac.com/music/artists/aaron-hibell/ |access-date=2024-12-26 |website=Insomniac |language=en-US}}</ref><ref name="auto">{{Cite web |author=Dancing Astronaut Staff|date=2024-12-17 |title=Dancing Astronaut's Artists to Watch in 2025 |url=https://dancingastronaut.com/2024/12/dancing-astronauts-artists-to-watch-in-2025/ |access-date=2024-12-29 |website=Dancing Astronaut |language=en-US}}</ref> His music production has earned him coverage and praise from ] outlets.<ref>{{Cite web |last=Guzman |first=Angelo De |date=2024-08-30 |title=Why You Need to Listen to Aaron Hibell's New Single Morning Light |url=https://edmnomad.com/why-you-need-to-listen-to-aaron-hibells-morning-light/ |access-date=2024-12-29 |website=EDMNOMAD |language=en-US}}</ref><ref>{{Cite web |last=Bray |first=Axel |date=2022-09-19 |title=HIBELL shares 10 summer dancefloor tracks |url=https://electronicgroove.com/top-10-hibell/ |access-date=2024-12-29 |website=Electronic Groove |language=en-US}}</ref> | ||
His most notorious releases includes "Benevolence", an original song from the ] of the ] film, ].<ref>{{Cite web |last=Asier |date=2023-03-05 |title='Tetris': Banda Sonora y Canciones de la película sobre el popular videojuego |url=https://www.dodmagazine.es/anda-sonora-tetris/ |access-date=2024-12-29 |website=dod Magazine |language=es}}</ref> A remix of ]'s "Destroyer of Worlds" from ].<ref>{{Cite web |last=Sunkel |first=Cameron |date=2023-08-19 |title=Listen to Aaron Hibell's Explosive Trance Remix of the "Oppenheimer" Theme |url=https://edm.com/music-releases/oppenheimer-theme-explosive-trance-remix-aaron-hibell |access-date=2024-12-29 |website=EDM.com - The Latest Electronic Dance Music News, Reviews & Artists |language=en}}</ref> Most recently, in 2024, Hibell uploaded on his ] account a remix of ], "]" which went viral on social media.<ref name=":0">{{Cite web |date=2024-09-28 |title=Aaron Hibell and Alex Wann Team Up On New Euphoric Single "set me free" |url=https://hashtagmagazine.net/home/2024/9/28/aaron-hibell-and-alex-wann-team-up-on-new-euphoric-single-set-me-free |access-date=2024-12-29 |website=Hashtag Magazine |language=en-US}}</ref> | |||
Hibell's work has been |
Hibell's work has been played live by electronic acts such as ], ], ], ], and many more.<ref name=":0" /><ref>{{Cite web |title=Aaron Hibell · Biografía · Artista ⟋ RA |url=https://es.ra.co/dj/aaronhibell/biography |access-date=2024-12-29 |website=Resident Advisor |language=es}}</ref> | ||
== Career == | == Career == | ||
=== Early |
=== Early life === | ||
Hibell was raised in a small village in the North of London, England. After finding his passion for making music he chose to drop out his studies at University, to focus full-time on making music. Inspired by classical music, Aaron started making beats in his bedroom and shortly he went to release his first mixtape on ].<ref>{{Cite web |title=Aaron Hibell · Biografía · Artista ⟋ RA |url=https://es.ra.co/dj/aaronhibell/biography |access-date=2024-12-26 |website=Resident Advisor |language=es}}</ref><ref>{{Cite web |title=Aaron Hibell |url=https://soundcloud.com/aaronhibell/albums |access-date=2024-12-26 |website=SoundCloud |language=en}}</ref><ref>{{Cite web |last=Wub |first=House |date=2024-10-18 |title=Who is Aaron Hibell? - |url=https://housewub.org/who-is-aaron-hibell/ |access-date=2024-12-26 |website=HouseWub |language=en}}</ref> | |||
=== 2021-2023: ''Monastery of Sound'' and ''Twilight Zone'' === | |||
2021 marked the release of the young producer's debut mixtape, the "Monastery of Sound" an 11-track project that blends orchestral productions with electronic music, released exclusively to SoundCloud. Following the success of volume 1, Aaron dropped two additional mixtapes, further establishing his unique sound design. | |||
On October 16, 2021, Hibell released his debut mixtape titled, ''Monastery of Sound''.<ref>{{Cite web |last=Lambeau |first=Alex |date=2022-11-23 |title=Aaron Hibell shares riveting new mix 'Monastery of Sound, Vol 1' |url=https://dancingastronaut.com/2022/11/premiere-aaron-hibell-shares-frenetic-new-mix-monastery-of-sound-vol-1/ |access-date=2024-12-29 |website=Dancing Astronaut |language=en-US}}</ref> The project which contains eleven tracks served as an introduction to Hibell's production style, blending orchestral productions with electronic music. The mixtape included his debut single "]", which was named after the American actor and director. A remix of ]'s 2021 single "]" which served as the mixtape second single, and a remix of ]' 2011 single "]". The project received critical acclaim, and online attraction which lead Hibell to release two additional mixtapes, further establishing his unique sound design. ''Monastery of Sound (Vol. II)'' in 2022, and ''Monastery of Sound (Vol. III)'' which was released on 2023.<ref>{{Cite web |last=Lambeau |first=Alex |date=2022-11-23 |title=Aaron Hibell shares riveting new mix 'Monastery of Sound, Vol 1' |url=https://dancingastronaut.com/2022/11/premiere-aaron-hibell-shares-frenetic-new-mix-monastery-of-sound-vol-1/ |access-date=2025-01-03 |website=Dancing Astronaut |language=en-US}}</ref><ref>{{Cite web |title=Monastery of Sound (Mixtape Vol. I) |url=https://soundcloud.com/aaronhibell/sets/monastery-of-sound-mixtape?utm_source=clipboard&utm_medium=text&utm_campaign=social_sharing |access-date=2024-12-27 |website=SoundCloud |language=en}}</ref><ref>{{Cite web |date=2023-07-11 |title=Aaron Hibell Releases Newest 'Monastery Of Sound' Mixtape |url=https://edmidentity.com/2023/07/11/aaron-hibell-monastery-of-sound-volume-3/ |access-date=2024-12-29 |website=edmidentity.com |language=en-US}}</ref> | |||
In 2023, Hibell formed part of the soundtrack of the film ] which premiered at ], he worked alongside Scottish award-winning composer, ], who took care of the original score, Aaron contributed with the song "Benevolence". Later on, Hibell released his debut extended play ''Twilight Zone'' under his own independent record label, all-time high.<ref>{{Cite web |date=2023-09-01 |title=Aaron Hibell Teleports Listeners to the 'Twilight Zone' |url=https://edmidentity.com/2023/09/01/aaron-hibell-twilight-zone-ep/ |access-date=2025-01-03 |website=edmidentity.com |language=en-US}}</ref> Shortly after, he uploaded a re-working of Swedish composer Ludwig Goransson, "Destroyer of Words" from the film ] which was met with positive reviews.<ref>{{Cite web |title=Aaron Hibell's Take on Ludwig Göransson's "Destroyer of Worlds" |url=https://www.realmusicandmoney.com/news/aaron-hibells-take-on-ludwig-granssons-destroyer-of-worlds |access-date=2024-12-30 |website=Music & Money |language=en-US}}</ref> | |||
2023 kicked off a breakout year of releases for Hibell, including the Original Motion Picture Soundtrack for Tetris, a film which premiered at SXSW. The score was done alongside Scottish award-winning composer, Lorne Balfe. Aaron followed up the score with official remixes for British composer, Jamie Irrepressible and Drake signed OVO artist, Naomi Sharon - both mixes getting hammered in clubs across Europe and North America. Fall launched the release of Aaron's debut EP "Twilight Zone" on his newly launched label, all time high. The EP featured a re-interpretation from Swedish composer Ludwig Goransson, a record that was eventually signed to Pete Tong founded label, FFRR Records. In late September, Aaron was able to help close out Boiler Room London alongside French techno & hard trance DJ, Trym. | |||
=== 2024-present: ''Astral Projection'' and upcoming projects === | |||
2024 saw the release of Hibell's sophomore EP "Astral Projection" which highlighted the rising composers unique sound design. The project included Aaron's first collaboration with synthesizer and composer duo, Felsmann + Tiley, perhaps best known for their work with M83. | |||
In 2024, Hibell released his second extended play, titled ''Astral Projection'' on March 13.<ref>{{Citation |last=Hibell |first=Aaron |title=Astral Projection on Deezer |date=2024-03-13 |url=https://www.deezer.com/en/album/557973392 |access-date=2024-12-30 |publisher=Deezer |language=en-GB}}</ref> It was promoted with the single "Levitation", the project included a collaboration with synthesizer and composer duo, Felsmann + Tiley. A non-single track "I Feel Lost" earned a lot attention after its release.<ref>{{Cite web |last=@aaronhibell |first=Aaron Hibell |title=i feel lost: Ambient Music by Aaron Hibell {{!}} Astral Projection EP |url=https://www.tiktok.com/@aaronhibell/video/7343814481404841249 |access-date=2024-12-30 |website=www.tiktok.com}}</ref> Hibell would eventually release an deluxe edition on April 12, which features different mixes of the track.<ref>{{Citation |title=Astral Projection (Deluxe Edition) by Aaron Hibell on Apple Music |date=2024-04-12 |url=https://music.apple.com/us/album/astral-projection-deluxe-edition/1739730771 |access-date=2024-12-30 |language=en-US}}</ref> | |||
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During that year, He remixed "]" by American singer-songwriter ], the remix went viral and amassed over 50M views across social media platforms.<ref name=":0" /><ref>{{Cite AV media |url=https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=y2SvniRoORs |title=CHIHIRO (Aaron Hibell Remix) |date=2024-06-30 |last=Aaron Hibell |access-date=2025-01-03 |via=YouTube}}</ref> Despite the song success, it didn't had an official release, with Hibell explaining on his social media the reasoning why.<ref name=":1" /> | |||
In August, Hibell released a new track, titled "Morning Light", via ] Records.<ref>{{Cite web |last=Lane |first=Vincent |date=2024-09-01 |title=Aaron Hibell Releases New Single "Morning Light" |url=https://thegarnettereport.com/art/music/aaron-hibell-releases-new-single-morning-light/ |access-date=2025-01-03 |website=The Garnette Report |language=en}}</ref> In September, He released a collaboration with DJ Alex Wann titled "Set Me Free", the song was the twenty-two most played song at the ] in 2024.<ref>{{Cite magazine |last=Bain |first=Katie |date=2024-12-10 |title=These Were The 100 Most Played Tracks at ADE 2024 |url=https://www.billboard.com/music/music-news/ade-amsterdam-dance-event-2024-most-played-songs-1235850250/ |access-date=2025-01-03 |magazine=Billboard |language=en-US}}</ref> In October, he collaborated on the track "Veni Vidi Vici" from ]'s album ''Spiritual Driveby.''<ref>{{Cite web |date=2024-10-04 |title=Sara Landry Steals Souls on 'Spiritual Driveby' |url=https://edmidentity.com/2024/10/04/sara-landry-spiritual-driveby/ |access-date=2025-01-03 |language=en-US}}</ref> Hibell served as the music producer of the original soundtrack for the ] 2024 aftermovie ''Music is the Answer'', directed by A Final Kid.<ref>{{Cite news |last=Mancino |first=Mark |date=2024-09-19 |title=Ultra Miami 2024: 'Music is the Answer' Official After Movie Drops — DJ Life Magazine |url=https://djlifemag.com/2024/09/ultra-miami-2024-music-is-the-answer-official-after-movie-drops/ |archive-url=http://web.archive.org/web/20240921234736/https://djlifemag.com/2024/09/ultra-miami-2024-music-is-the-answer-official-after-movie-drops/ |archive-date=2024-09-21 |access-date=2025-01-04 |work=DJ Life Magazine |language=en-US}}</ref><ref>{{Cite AV media |url=https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-aRhzJWS6Ps |title=ULTRA MIAMI 2024 - Music is the answer (Official Aftermovie) |date=2024-09-17 |last=UMF TV |access-date=2025-01-04 |via=YouTube}}</ref> | |||
== Artistry == | == Artistry == | ||
⚫ | Since his debut in the electronic scene, Hibell has been highlighted as one of the most exciting new acts in ].<ref name="ra.co"/> With critics noticing his focus on pushing ] and electronic boundaries, while seamlessly blending ], ] and ] genres with ].<ref>{{Cite web |date=2024-09-28 |title=Aaron Hibell and Alex Wann Team Up On New Euphoric Single "set me free" |url=https://hashtagmagazine.net/home/2024/9/28/aaron-hibell-and-alex-wann-team-up-on-new-euphoric-single-set-me-free |access-date=2024-12-30 |website=Hashtag Magazine |language=en-US}}</ref><ref>{{Cite web |last=Guzman |first=Angelo De |date=2024-08-30 |title=Why You Need to Listen to Aaron Hibell's New Single Morning Light |url=https://edmnomad.com/why-you-need-to-listen-to-aaron-hibells-morning-light/ |access-date=2024-12-30 |website=EDMNOMAD |language=en-US}}</ref> Hibell has cited artists such as ], ], ], ], ], and ] as influences to his work.<ref>{{Cite web |last=Bray |first=Axel |date=2022-09-19 |title=HIBELL shares 10 summer dancefloor tracks |url=https://electronicgroove.com/top-10-hibell/ |access-date=2024-12-30 |website=Electronic Groove |language=en-US}}</ref><ref>{{Cite web |title=Aaron Hibell // Spectrum Creatives Agency |url=https://www.spectrum-creatives.com/hibell |access-date=2024-12-30 |website=www.spectrum-creatives.com}}</ref> | ||
Aaron Hibell has become one of the most exciting up-and-coming acts in electronic music. With multifaceted focus, Aaron Hibell pushes cinematic and electronic boundaries in a way that has captivated hundreds of thousands. Hibell's ability to seamlessly blend techno, trance and house with orchestral music has established him as one of the most dynamic young producers. | |||
Fellow peers such as ],<ref>{{Cite web |date=2024-10-01 |title=DubVision {{!}} Top 100 DJs 2024 |url=https://djmag.com/top100djs/2024/76/dubvision |access-date=2024-12-30 |website=DJ Mag |language=en}}</ref> ],<ref>{{Cite web |date=2024-10-01 |title=Marnik {{!}} Top 100 DJs 2024 {{!}} DJMag.com |url=https://djmag.com/top100djs/2024/90/marnik |access-date=2024-12-30 |website=DJ Mag |language=en}}</ref> ],<ref>{{Cite web |date=2024-10-03 |title=Alan Walker {{!}} Top 100 DJs 2024 |url=https://djmag.com/top100djs/2024/13/alan-walker |access-date=2024-12-30 |website=DJ Mag |language=en}}</ref> ]<ref>{{Cite web |date=2023-10-19 |title=Ummet Ozcan {{!}} Top 100 DJs 2023 |url=https://djmag.com/top100djs/2023/69/Ummet-Ozcan |access-date=2024-12-30 |website=DJ Mag |language=en}}</ref> have shown appreciation and admiration for Hibell and his work. While acts like ], ], ], Chris Avantgarde, ], Alignment, and more have supported Hibell's work live.<ref name="ra.co"/><ref>{{Cite web |last=Vero |date=2023-06-02 |title=Aaron Hibell regresa a FFRR con "ghost" Feat. HUMAN |url=https://djmmagazine.tv/aaron-hibell-regresa-a-ffrr-con-ghost-feat-human/ |access-date=2024-12-30 |website=DJM magazine |language=es}}</ref><ref>{{Cite AV media |url=https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=5eMcSe5Cf0g |title=ALIGNMENT RESPIRA CHILE 2024 FULL SET 4K |date=2024-10-12 |last=Cristián Insane |access-date=2024-12-30 |via=YouTube}}</ref> | |||
Aaron's tracks have been supported live by artists such as Martin Garrix, Adriatique, Kevin de Vries, Amelie Lens, I Hate Models, Chris Avantgarde, ARTBAT, Alignment, and more. | |||
== Personal life == | == Personal life == | ||
In 2024, Hibell opened up about struggling with the skin condition eczema from a young age, and that currently he was going through "Topical Steorid Withdrawal" which lead to a huge decline |
In 2024, Hibell opened up about struggling with the skin condition ] from a young age, and that currently he was going through "]" which lead to a huge decline on his mental and physical health after stopping its use.<ref>{{Cite web |last=Duncan |first=Madison |date=2024-07-10 |title=Aaron Hibell details struggles with eczema and steroid withdrawal |url=https://exronmusic.com/2024/07/10/aaron-hibell-struggles-with-eczema-steroid-withdrawal/ |access-date=2024-12-26 |website=Exron Music |language=en-US}}</ref> He revelead that he chose quiting steroids due to the long time side effects <ref>{{Cite web |last=Hibell |first=Aaron |date=July 8, 2024 |title=Aaron Hibell (@aaronhibell) on Instagram: I've been a bit quiet on here lately, so if you're wondering why, a big reason is because I suffer severely with eczema. I'm currently going through what's called "Topical Steroid Withdrawal" |url=https://www.instagram.com/aaronhibell/p/C9LMRk8yyxN/?hl=en&img_index=1 |access-date=2024-12-26 |website=www.instagram.com}}</ref> | ||
== Discography == | == Discography == | ||
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=== Reissues === | === Reissues === | ||
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=== Singles === | === Singles === | ||
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! scope="row" |"talking to the moon" | ! scope="row" |"talking to the moon" | ||
|<ref>{{Citation |title=talking to the moon - Single by Aaron Hibell on Apple Music |date=2022-09-30 |url=https://music.apple.com/us/album/talking-to-the-moon-single/1643707551 |access-date=2024-12-27 |language=en-US}}</ref> | |<ref name="music.apple.com">{{Citation |title=talking to the moon - Single by Aaron Hibell on Apple Music |date=2022-09-30 |url=https://music.apple.com/us/album/talking-to-the-moon-single/1643707551 |access-date=2024-12-27 |language=en-US}}</ref> | ||
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! scope="row" |"ghost"<br><small>(featuring HÜMAN)</small> | ! scope="row" |"ghost"<br><small>(featuring HÜMAN)</small> | ||
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! scope="row" |"Another Life" <small>(Aaron Hibell Remix)</small> | ! scope="row" |"Another Life" <small>(Aaron Hibell Remix)</small> | ||
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|<ref>{{Citation |title=Billie Eilish - CHIHIRO (Aaron Hibell Remix) |url=https://soundcloud.com/aaronhibell/chihiro-aaron-hibell-remix?utm_source=clipboard&utm_medium=text&utm_campaign=social_sharing |access-date=2024-12-29 |language=en}}</ref> | |<ref name=":1">{{Citation |title=Billie Eilish - CHIHIRO (Aaron Hibell Remix) |url=https://soundcloud.com/aaronhibell/chihiro-aaron-hibell-remix?utm_source=clipboard&utm_medium=text&utm_campaign=social_sharing |access-date=2024-12-29 |language=en}}</ref> | ||
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== Accolades == | == Accolades == | ||
⚫ | In 2024, Aaron Hibell was listed on ''1001 Tracklist'' of "The Future of Dance", which recognize artists that have played a huge part in the dance music scene over the year.<ref name="auto1">{{Cite web |title=The Future Of Dance 2024 by 1001Tracklists |url=https://top101producers.com/future-of-dance?fbclid=PAZXh0bgNhZW0CMTEAAaYjthSGStj3yvbWESXlJjdPhtTtOethLHQbsVFHXjwz5XPF65Yrs90tDTw_aem_HaNlfpmKsalRk_1xsyJcIw |access-date=2024-12-29 |website=Top 101 Producers 2024 by 1001Tracklists |language=en-US}}</ref> Hibell was also included on '']'' list for "Artists to Watch in 2025".<ref name="auto"/> | ||
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Aaron Hibell | |
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Also known as | Hibell |
Born | (1996-04-09) April 9, 1996 (age 28) |
Origin | London, England |
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Years active | 2021–present |
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Website | aaronhibell |
Aaron Hibell (born April 9, 1996) previously known as Hibell, is an English DJ, record producer, composer and electronic artist.
He's best known for his distinct music production which has been described as a cinematic blend of orchestral productions with techno and trance music. His music production has earned him coverage and praise from electronic music outlets.
His most notorious releases includes "Benevolence", an original song from the soundtrack of the Apple TV+ film, Tetris. A remix of Ludwig Göransson's "Destroyer of Worlds" from Oppenheimer. Most recently, in 2024, Hibell uploaded on his SoundCloud account a remix of Billie Eilish, "CHIHIRO" which went viral on social media.
Hibell's work has been played live by electronic acts such as Martin Garrix, Adriatique, Amelie Lens, ARTBAT, and many more.
Career
Early life
Hibell was raised in a small village in the North of London, England. After finding his passion for making music he chose to drop out his studies at University, to focus full-time on making music. Inspired by classical music, Aaron started making beats in his bedroom and shortly he went to release his first mixtape on SoundCloud.
2021-2023: Monastery of Sound and Twilight Zone
On October 16, 2021, Hibell released his debut mixtape titled, Monastery of Sound. The project which contains eleven tracks served as an introduction to Hibell's production style, blending orchestral productions with electronic music. The mixtape included his debut single "Clint Eastwood", which was named after the American actor and director. A remix of Olivia Rodrigo's 2021 single "Deja Vu" which served as the mixtape second single, and a remix of Bruno Mars' 2011 single "Talking to the Moon". The project received critical acclaim, and online attraction which lead Hibell to release two additional mixtapes, further establishing his unique sound design. Monastery of Sound (Vol. II) in 2022, and Monastery of Sound (Vol. III) which was released on 2023.
In 2023, Hibell formed part of the soundtrack of the film Tetris which premiered at SXSW, he worked alongside Scottish award-winning composer, Lorne Balfe, who took care of the original score, Aaron contributed with the song "Benevolence". Later on, Hibell released his debut extended play Twilight Zone under his own independent record label, all-time high. Shortly after, he uploaded a re-working of Swedish composer Ludwig Goransson, "Destroyer of Words" from the film Oppenheimer which was met with positive reviews.
2024-present: Astral Projection and upcoming projects
In 2024, Hibell released his second extended play, titled Astral Projection on March 13. It was promoted with the single "Levitation", the project included a collaboration with synthesizer and composer duo, Felsmann + Tiley. A non-single track "I Feel Lost" earned a lot attention after its release. Hibell would eventually release an deluxe edition on April 12, which features different mixes of the track.
Aaron Hibell, via Soundcloud."I was hoping for an official release after Billie and her mom both liked my posts but understandably they don’t do official remixes. That being said her team was nice enough let us post to soundcloud for you all to enjoy."
During that year, He remixed "CHIHIRO" by American singer-songwriter Billie Eilish, the remix went viral and amassed over 50M views across social media platforms. Despite the song success, it didn't had an official release, with Hibell explaining on his social media the reasoning why.
In August, Hibell released a new track, titled "Morning Light", via Astralwerks Records. In September, He released a collaboration with DJ Alex Wann titled "Set Me Free", the song was the twenty-two most played song at the Amsterdam Dance Event (ADE) in 2024. In October, he collaborated on the track "Veni Vidi Vici" from Sara Landry's album Spiritual Driveby. Hibell served as the music producer of the original soundtrack for the Ultra Music Festival 2024 aftermovie Music is the Answer, directed by A Final Kid.
Artistry
Since his debut in the electronic scene, Hibell has been highlighted as one of the most exciting new acts in electronic music. With critics noticing his focus on pushing cinematic and electronic boundaries, while seamlessly blending techno, trance and house genres with orchestral music. Hibell has cited artists such as Hans Zimmer, Frank Dukes, Eric Prydz, ARTBAT, Lana Del Rey, and The Weeknd as influences to his work.
Fellow peers such as DubVision, Marnik, Alan Walker, Ummet Ozcan have shown appreciation and admiration for Hibell and his work. While acts like Martin Garrix, Adriatique, Amelie Lens, Chris Avantgarde, ARTBAT, Alignment, and more have supported Hibell's work live.
Personal life
In 2024, Hibell opened up about struggling with the skin condition eczema from a young age, and that currently he was going through "Topical Steorid Withdrawal" which lead to a huge decline on his mental and physical health after stopping its use. He revelead that he chose quiting steroids due to the long time side effects
Discography
Mixtapes
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Monastery of Sound (Mixtape Vol. I) |
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Monastery of Sound (Mixtape Vol. II) |
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Monastery of Sound (Mixtape Vol. III) |
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EPs
Title | Details | Ref. |
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Twilight Zone |
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Astral Projection |
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Reissues
Title | Details | Ref. |
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Monastery of Sound (Mixtape, Vol. 1) |
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Astral Projection (Deluxe Edition) |
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Singles
Title | Year | Album | Ref. |
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"Clint Eastwood" | 2021 | Monastery of Sound (Mixtape, Vol. 1) | |
"deja vu" (edit) | |||
"euphoria" | 2022 | Non-album single | |
"talking to the moon" | |||
"ghost" (featuring HÜMAN) |
2023 | ||
"destroyer of worlds" | |||
"Benevolence" | Tetris (Motion Picture Soundtrack) | ||
"Levitation" | 2024 | Astral Projection | |
"1999" | Exhale Va005 | ||
"morning light" | Non-album single | ||
"set me free" (with Alex Wann) |
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"Veni Vidi Vici" (with Sara Landry) |
Spiritual Driveby |
Remixes
Title | Year | Other Artist(s) | Album | Ref. |
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"Levitating" (Aaron Hibell Remix) | 2022 | Dua Lipa | Monastery of Sound (Mixtape, Vol. 1) | |
"I Fall Apart" (Aaron Hibell Remix) | Post Malone | |||
"How Does It Feel" (Aaron Hibell Remix) | London Grammar | |||
"Late Night" (Aaron Hibell Remix) | FOALS | |||
"Don't Talk About It" (Aaron Hibell Remix) | Tove Lo | |||
"Solace" (Aaron Hibell Remix) | RÜFÜS DU SOL | |||
"Your Eyes" (Hibell Remix) | Diplo, Ry X | Diplo (Deluxe) | ||
"Don't Forget My Love" (Aaron Hibell Remix) | Diplo, Miguel | Non-album single | ||
"Human" (Aaron Hibell Remix) | John Summit, Echoes | |||
"The Most Beautiful Boy" (Aaron Hibell Remix) | 2023 | The Irrepressibles, Felsmann + Tiley | ||
"Another Life" (Aaron Hibell Remix) | Naomi Sharon | Monastery of Sound (Mixtape Vol. III) | ||
"All About That Bass" (started as a joke but actually kinda sick) | Meghan Trainor | |||
"CHIHIRO" (Aaron Hibell Remix) | 2024 | Billie Eilish | Non-album single |
Accolades
In 2024, Aaron Hibell was listed on 1001 Tracklist of "The Future of Dance", which recognize artists that have played a huge part in the dance music scene over the year. Hibell was also included on Dancing Astronaut list for "Artists to Watch in 2025".
Listicles
Publisher | Listicle | Year | Position | Ref. |
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1001 Tracklist | The Future of Dance 2024 | 2024 | Listed | |
Dancing Astronaut | Artists to Watch in 2025 | Listed | ||
EDM.com | The Best EDM Songs of 2024 | Listed ("Morning Light") |
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External links
- Official website
- Aaron Hibell on Instagram
- Aaron Hibell on IMDb
- Aaron Hibell on Spotify
- Aaron Hibell on Twitter
- Aaron Hibell on TikTok
- Aaron Hibell on YouTube