Darts Walk On Songs: Most Recognisable Anthems

Darts has evolved from a pub game into one of the most popular sports around, with the biggest events now televised at locations from all over the world.

Thousands of tungsten fans attend darts tournaments every year, with major competitions such as the Premier League and PDC World Championships capturing the attention of the masses.

There’s no doubting that the atmosphere in the crowd is one of the biggest draws for casual darts fans and the walk-on songs help to raise the intensity ahead of each match.

Some tracks have developed into fan favourites over the years while others have been killer anthems for a much shorter period. Without further ado, let’s take a look at some of the best darts walk-on songs.

Luke Humphries

Song: I Predict A Riot by the Kaiser Chiefs

Luke Humphries has been a rising star for the past few years but he’s now well and truly one of the elite players in the game, winning the 2024 PDC World Championship and claiming the world number one position.

‘Cool Hand Luke’ doesn’t exert as much energy as other leading darts walk-ons, but his choice of music is perfect. The classic from the Kaiser Chiefs has stood the test of time and is incredibly popular with fans.

It’ll be interesting to see whether Humphries can go back-to-back at the Alexandra Palace but one thing is for sure – we’re looking forward to hearing ‘I Predict A Riot’ on a regular basis for years to come.

Peter Wright

Song: Don’t Stop The Party by Pitbull

At the peak of his powers, Peter ‘Snakebite’ Wright was regarded as one of the best in the game but he has slipped down the world rankings in recent times.

Having said that, he remains a huge fan favourite due to his wacky style and charismatic nature on stage, with Wright dancing around to Pitbull’s ‘Don’t Stop The Party’. There’s no doubting that he gets the crowd going with his energetic entrance to the oche.

Instantly recognisable with his iconic hairstyle and bright coloured clothing, Snakebite is one of the best players to hail from Scotland and he always receives that little bit extra support when playing north of the border.

Michael van Gerwen

Song: Seven Nation Army by The White Stripes

Everybody knows ‘Seven Nation Army’ and it is the perfect choice for a player of Van Gerwen’s stature – he is one of the most talented players to ever grace the oche and his walk-on chant is instantly recognised at darts events around the world.

The track is popular in other sports too but darts fans will always see it as Van Gerwen’s entrance music and it is an anthem worthy of gracing any major tournament final.

He’s one of the greatest players of his generation and – while some believe that he lacks respect at times – he has the talent to back up his confidence. It’s hard to hear Seven Nation Army without instantly hearing ‘Oh, Michael van Gerwen’ in your head.

Raymond van Barneveld

Song: Eye Of The Tiger by Survivor

A five-time world champion, Raymond van Barneveld’s walk-on is regarded as one of the greatest in the world of darts and it is a track that always gets the crowd pumped.

The Dutchman is one of the most successful darts players of all-time and he is usually one of the best supported players, with fans wearing the famous orange colours of The Netherlands.

After every Van Barneveld walk-on, the entire crowd joins together in unison to chant ‘Barney Army’ and it’ll be a sad day when he officially decides to retire.

Nathan Aspinall

Song: Mr Brightside by The Killers

A self-proclaimed party animal, Nathan Aspinall’s decision to change his darts walk-on anthem to ‘Mr Brightside’ was a stroke of genius and his popularity has soared as a result of the switch.

Entire arenas join in with the track and it is one of those songs that everybody knows and enjoys – although Aspinall himself has admitted he’s sick of hearing it!

We’ve all seen the clips of the darts crowds singing Mr Brightside when he’s on stage and Aspinall’s walk-on is undoubtedly the most popular right now. It’s spine-tingling when the music stops and the crowd sing the entire chorus, with Aspinall acting as the conductor.