Hakan Akkus was born in Istanbul in 1992 and discovered his passion for electronic music at the age of 17, marking the beginning of his musical journey. He started his career as a DJ, performing at various venues across Istanbul. In 2016, he released his debut single, "I Can’t Be", which surpassed 500 million streams across all digital platforms, making a massive impact. The track also ranked in the Top 10 on Shazam charts in over 20 countries. Between 2016 and 2020, he was recognized as one of the top Deep House DJs and producers globally, receiving support from world-renowned DJs. As his career progressed, Hakan released tracks under prestigious labels such as Spinnin' Records, Warner Music, and Sony Music, solidifying his place in the global electronic music scene. In 2023, he founded his own record label, Row Records, further expanding his influence in the industry. Blending elements of Afro House and Melodic House & Techno, Hakan Akkus continues to captivate audiences, performing at top-tier clubs across Europe and the Middle East.

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