Alex Pall
Alex Pall is a DJ, music producer and member of The Chainsmokers, and a general partner at Mantis.
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Key facts
Early life: art and DJing
Pall recalled that his father’s work as an art dealer initially drew him toward the art business. He also began DJing by playing music at parties.[1]
2003graduating from The Masters School
Pall graduated from The Masters School in 2003. He played basketball, participated in student government and DJed at school dances.[2]
He initially studied art history at American University before enrolling in art history and music business programs at New York University.[1]
Early career: galleries and New York clubs
Pall worked in an art gallery while DJing in New York. In a 2016 interview, he described music gradually becoming the focus of his working life.[3]
2012partnering with Drew Taggart
2014breaking through with “#Selfie”
The duo gained wider recognition with “#Selfie,” which topped Billboard’s Dance/Electronic Songs chart and reached No. 16 on the Hot 100.[4]
2016“Closer” and creative collaboration
“Closer,” the duo’s collaboration with Halsey, became the first Billboard Hot 100 No. 1 for both acts.[5]
That year, Pall described their complementary experience: Taggart brought production skills, while he brought DJ and marketing experience. Both committed to working together daily.[3]
February 12, 2017winning a Grammy
2018expanding into film and television
Pall and Taggart established the film and television production company Kick The Habit, extending their work beyond music.[8]
2019co-founding Mantis
Pall and Taggart co-founded venture firm Mantis in 2019.[9]
Mantis describes a partnership with Milan Koch and Jeffrey Evans, backing technology businesses at seed and Series A stages.[10]
October 18, 2019YellowHeart ticketing announcement
YellowHeart’s announcement named The Chainsmokers alongside Josh Katz and Adam Alpert as partners. The platform proposed blockchain-based ticket resale rules and was then scheduled to launch in 2020.[11]
2020–2022a break and a new album
After successive albums and tours, the duo had planned a break for 2020. They returned with So Far So Good in May 2022, experimenting again with their sound and creative process.[12]
July 2025announcing a third fund
Mantis disclosed a $100 million third fund. Pall said it had closed at the end of 2024 and was announced in summer 2025.[9]
Discussing the raise, Pall said the firm would focus on AI, defense, space, climate, health and fintech.[13]
May 8, 2026releasing Love Is Kind
The Chainsmokers and Oaks released the five-track EP Love Is Kind, continuing their collaboration with the singer.[14]
Related organizations, websites and public accounts
The Chainsmokers: Official website: https://www.thechainsmokers.com/ (opens in a new window)[15]
Mantis: Official website: https://www.mantisvc.com/ (opens in a new window)[16]
The Masters School: Official website: https://www.mastersny.org/ (opens in a new window)[17]
American University: Official website: https://www.american.edu/ (opens in a new window)[18]
X: Official account: https://x.com/AlexPallNY (opens in a new window)[19]
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- Music Industry Executives Announce YellowHeart, the First Socially Responsible Live Event Ticketing Platform (opens in a new window)
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- Love Is Kind - EP (opens in a new window)
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- American University, Washington, D.C. (opens in a new window)
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