New Avicii documentary to land on Netflix on New Year's Eve
It will include never-seen-before footage
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A new Netflix documentary which delves into the life of Avicii DJ, Tim Bergling, is set to be released next month. Avicii - I’m Tim will land on Netflix on 31st December – and will tell the story of the ‘shy and insecure boy’ who became one of the world’s most loved artists, before his tragic death aged just 28.
The documentary will be accompanied by Avicii - My Last Show, a 30-minute episode which will premiere the Swedish DJ’s last show from Ibiza's Ushuaïa. Avicii - I'm Tim premiered at the Tribeca Film Festival in New York, in June 2024.
‘Through unique home movies and a huge private archive, we get to follow Tim on a winding journey through life – from the very first breath at the maternity ward in Stockholm in 1989 to the tragic end in Oman in 2018,’ said Netflix. ‘This is a film where Tim himself is the narrator and he shares his inner self in a way we haven't heard before. Through himself and everyone close to him - family, artist colleagues and best friends – we get to know Tim – the boy behind Avicii – for the first time.’
The documentary, which is directed by Henrik Burman and produced by Björn Tjärnberg, will be available to stream on Netflix on Tuesday 31st December 2024.
Best known for hit singles 'Wake Me Up' and 'Levels', Avicii shot to fame after learning to mix music in his bedroom at just eight-years-old. He went on to carve a successful career in the music industry, collaborating with the likes of Madonna, Jon Bon Jovi and Chris Martin. He was also nominated for a Grammy Award in 2012 and 2013 for Best Dance Recording.
Take a look at Avicii's incredible career...
2011: Avicii released 'Levels'
Avicii released 'Levels' in 2011. The song became his breakthrough song, reaching Number 4 in the UK and Top 5 around the world.
Also in 2011, Avicii had success with Leona Lewis' song 'Collide'.
2013: Avicii released 'Wake Me Up' and is nominated for a Grammy
In 2013, Avicii had massive success with his song 'Wake Me Up'. The song reached Number 1 around the world, including the UK. In 2023, the song reached 2 billion streams on Spotify.
'Levels' was also nominated for Best Dance Recording at the Grammy Awards in 2013.
Avicii's debut album 'True' was released in 2013 and reached Number 2 in the UK.
2014: Avicii confirmed a collaboration with Madonna
Avicii worked with pop superstar Madonna in 2014 on her 'Rebel Heart' album. The pair had previously appeared together on stage at Ultra Music Festival in Miami back in 2012, when Madonna introduced the upcoming DJ on stage.
Avicii also worked with Coldplay's Chris Martin, co-writing and co-producing their track 'A Sky Full of Stars', as well as co-producing David Guetta's 'Lovers On The Sun'.
2015: Avicii released 'Stories'
'Stories' was Avicii's second album, released in 2015, the album featured his hit, 'Waiting for Love', as well as other tracks he released, 'For a Better Day' and 'Broken Arrows'.
2016: Avicii announces his retirement
In 2016, Avicii announced he would be retiring from touring, performing his last show in the UK, as one of the headline acts at Creamfields, before having his last ever show in Ibiza on 28th August.
Despite retiring from touring, Avicii did continue to create music.
2017: Avicii released 'Lonely Together' with Rita Ora
Teaming up with Rita Ora in 2017, Avicii released their song 'Lonely Together'. The dramatic music video featured clips of Rita singing, interspersed with clips of a couple who find themselves in a world frozen in time.
The DJ also released his EP 'Avīci (01)', which featured the track along with 'Without You' featuring Sandro Cavazza.
2017: Avicii True Stories is released
The documentary Avicii True Stories was released in 2017, it followed the DJ while he was on tour and included David Guetta, Wyclef Jean, Nile Rodgers, Tiësto and Chris Martin.
2018: Avicii passed away on 20th April
On 20th April 2018, Avicii passed away at the age of just 28. A statement from his representative read: 'It is with profound sorrow that we announce the loss of Tim Bergling, also known as Avicii. He was found dead in Muscat, Oman this Friday afternoon local time, April 20th. The family is devastated and we ask everyone to please respect their need for privacy in this difficult time. No further statements will be given.
2019 onwards
Following Avicii's death, several songs were released posthumously including, 'SOS' featuring Aloe Blacc, which was a Top 10 hit in the UK.
In 2021, Stockholm Globe Arena, a large arena in Stockholm was renamed Avicii Arena in honour of the DJ.
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