Biography
Zedd (Anton Zaslavski) — dj/producer with roots in the USSR
Anton Zaslavski, known as Zedd, rose from classical piano training to become one of electronic dance music's defining architects. His 2013 debut album Clarity, anchored by its Grammy-winning title track, established him as a crossover force.
"Family emigrated from Saratov, Russia to Germany in the mid-1990s post-Soviet transition."
Migration storyRussian Connection
Tracing the roots — Saratov
Born in Saratov in 1989 to musician parents Igor and Marina Zaslavski, Zedd grew up immersed in formal music theory before the family relocated to Kaiserslautern, Germany. His rigorous classical foundation — rare in EDM — reflects a distinctly Soviet-era emphasis on structured musical education.
Family Tree
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Zedd (Anton Zaslavski)🇩🇪 Germany
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Self (Born there)
Igor Zaslavski
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Origin
Saratov🇷🇺 USSR
Historical context
Soviet Union (USSR) · 1922–1991
Saratov. At the time, this region was one of the fifteen republics of the Soviet Union.
Map: Wikimedia Commons (CC BY-SA)
Key Achievements
A career defined by ambition
01
Grammy Award, Best Dance Recording 2014 (Clarity)
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Clarity album certified platinum in multiple countries
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Residency at Hakkasan Las Vegas
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Collaborations with Ariana Grande, Selena Gomez, Lady Gaga
05
Forbes 30 Under 30, Music
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