In early 2017, Walker's channel emerged as the most subscribed YouTube channel registered in Norway, with then 4.5 million subscribers. In 2016, Walker left high school to continue his career, and has since participated in many on-stage performances notable songs excluding 'Faded' included Sing Me to Sleep', Alone, Darkside, and Routine, which all attracted millions of views. Walker's artistic style was shaped and inspired by EDM producers K-391 and Ahrix, and film composers such as Hans Zimmer and Steve Jablonsky. He had an early interest in computing and music, and though he had no formal education in either, he was able to learn them from online tutorials.
He is the second son of Briton Philip, and Norwegian Hilde Omdal Walker. Alan Olav Walker (born 24 August 1997) is a British-Norwegian DJ, YouTuber and record producer, primarily known for the critically acclaimed single ' Faded', which had received platinum certifications internationally in 14 countries since its launch on 3 December 2015.
