Christmas is just around the corner and one of the highlights of the sporting calendar is the World Darts Championship.
The festive season is synonymous with music, and is Worlds at Alexandra Palace – Chasing the Sun by Planet Funk – next month, anyone?
In addition to the iconic Darts Anthem, players use their respective songs to get them in the zone as they head to the game’s biggest stage.
With 96 players in action at Aly Pally this year, keeping track of all the tunes seems as difficult as hitting nine darts.
But fear not, in true Dartsmas spirit we’ve listed every walk-on song from the 32 ranked players taking part in this year’s tournament.
And, as an extra little gift, we’ve put together a Spotify playlist to listen to, and included the best video content to whet your appetite for the Worlds. Enjoy!
Luke Humphreys
“I predict a riot” – Kaiser Chiefs
Luke Littler
“Greenlight” – Pitbull
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Last year’s World Darts finalists Luke Littler and Luke Humphreys have personal interviews with each other, talk about each other’s songs and much more.
Michael Smith
“Shut Up and Dance” – Walk on the Moon
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Michael Smith explains the story of his walk and the most embarrassing moment of his walk
Michael van Gerwen
“Seven Nation Army” – White Stripes
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Michael van Gerwen is out in the Premier League play-offs
Rob Cross
“I don’t want to wait” – David Guetta
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Rob Cross explains his walk-on story and why Premier League nights in Rotterdam and Dublin live long in the memory.
Dave Chisnall
“Dizzy” – Vic Reeves and The Wonder Stuff
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Dave Chisnall explains his walking history and why he might change his music in the future
Johnny Clayton
“Johnny B. Goode” – Chuck Berry
Stephen Bunting
“Titan” – David Guetta
Damon Heta
“My songs know what you’ve done in the dark” – Fall Out Boy
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Damon Heta makes a strange move to The Heat for his World Darts clash against Martin Luckmann.
Gerwyn Price
“Ice Ice Baby” – vanilla ice
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Gerwyn Price is welcomed into The O2 arena ahead of the Premier League Final Four clash against Jonny Clayton.
Dimitri Van den Bergh
“Happy” – Pharrell Williams
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Before claiming his first televised title at the World Matchplay, Dimitri Van Den Bergh explained his walking history and those famous dance moves on stage.
Nathan Aspinall
“Mr. Brightside” – The Killers
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Nathan Aspinall explains his walk-up story and how he ended up in the middle of a Stockport nightclub when his song came on.
Danny Noppert
“Great Hopes” – Panic! At the disco
Gary Anderson
“Jump Around” – House of Pain
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Gary Anderson explains his walking story and recalls a memorable Premier League night in Scotland.
Chris Dobey
“Let’s Get Ready To Rumble” – PJ & Duncan
James Wade
“I’m Still Standing” – Elton John
Josh Rock
“Welcome To The Party” – DJ Krissy
Peter Wright
“Don’t Stop the Party” – Pitbull
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Take a look at some of the most memorable walks, from Peter Wright’s party kick-off to Phil Taylor’s latest walk to the ochre.
Ross Smith
“Red light is dangerous” – Billy Ocean
Ryan Searle
“Paranoid” – Black Sabbath
Andrew Gilding
“Gold” – Spandau Ballet
Martin Schindler
“I adore hardcore” – Scooter
Joe Cullen
“Don’t Look Back in Anger” – Oasis
Mike Decker
“Three Little Birds” – Bob Marley
Dirk van Duyvenbode
“Just Like You” – Radical Fading
Daryl Gurney
“Sweet Caroline” – Neil Diamond
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Daryl Gurney explains his walking story and why a Premier League night in Belfast holds special memories
Gabriel Clemens
“Wonderwall” – Oasis
Jian Wan Win
“Astronomia” – Vicetone & Tony Igy
Krzysztof Ratajski
“Whatever you want” – Status Quo
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Watch the sport’s most memorable outings, from John Henderson rocking Aberdeen to Rotterdam welcoming Raymond van Barneveld.
Richie Edhouse
“Our House” – Madness
Brendan Dolan
“I Ship To Boston” – Dropkick Murphys
Raymond van Barneveld
“Eye of the Tiger” – survivor
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