Hardwell

Hardwell, born on January 7, 1988 in Breda, North Brabant, under the real name Robbert van de Corput, is a Dutch DJ and producer. music producerwho became known for his work in the electro house sector. Between 2015 and 2017, he was also active in other genres such as hardstyle and pop. He first attracted attention in the DJ scene through his appearances at festivals such as Tomorrowland and the Ultra Music Festival between 2010 and 2012, until he topped the DJ mag charts in 2013 and 2014 as the youngest “number one” at the time.

He was a fixture at major events around the globe before retiring from the spotlight in late summer 2018. Hardwell is the founder of the record label Revealed Recordings and celebrated his first commercial success as a producer in 2012 with the song Spaceman. In the following years, he gained worldwide recognition with songs such as Apollo, Young Again and Sally and released his first studio album United We Are in 2015. He describes Tiësto, who was his mentor for a long time, as his idol.

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After a break of several years, Hardwell returned in 2022 with a new studio album and a world tour. He has realigned his musical style with influences from the techno and future rave genres.

Hardwell, a true music legend, has left a lasting legacy in the world of electronic music throughout his impressive career as a successful DJ, producer, remixer, label head, filmmaker and philanthropist. electronic music world.

Originally from Breda in the Netherlands, Hardwell’s journey began at the age of 14 when he became a sought-after artist in the Dutch dance scene before gaining international attention. Ten years later, at the age of 25, he was crowned the world’s number 1 DJ for the first time. Even at the beginning of the EDM explosion, Hardwell was considered one of the most renowned stars of the modern era of electronic music.

His skills as a producer catapulted his status among fans and colleagues alike. With releases such as “Spaceman”, “Apollo” and “Run Wild”, Hardwell achieved countless No. 1 rankings on Beatport. He has also remixed many of the biggest names in pop music, including Rihanna, Calvin Harris, MobyU2, J Balvin and Coldplay. At the same time, he delivered hit singles in collaboration with major artists such as Craig David, Jay Sean, Austin Mahone and Jason Derulo. But Hardwell never lost touch with his electronic roots and also worked with DJ friends such as Armin van Buuren, Dimitri Vegas & Like Mike, Steve Aoki, Afrojack and Tiësto together.

His acclaimed 2015 album “United We Are” was a milestone for Hardwell. The rich and varied debut album reached number 2 in the global iTunes album charts.

In addition to his hits, Hardwell has also headlined the biggest stages on the music scene and performed at major festivals such as Lollapalooza, Coachella, EDC Las Vegas, Creamfields, Untold Festival, EXIT Festival, Ultra Music Festival and Tomorrowland. His appeal in stadiums and arenas led Hardwell to two world tours in 2014/15 with “I Am Hardwell” and 2015/16 with “I Am Hardwell – United We Are”. These included 62 concerts in 21 countries, which were attended by 897,617 fans.

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In addition to his artistic activities, Hardwell is also committed to charitable causes. With his foundation “United We Are”, he achieved social change through two charity events called “World’s Biggest Guestlist”. These special benefit concerts in December 2015 and 2017 at the DY Patil Stadium in Mumbai raised enough donations to help a total of 122,000 children from the slums of Mumbai.

In the fall of 2018, Hardwell announced that he would be taking a break from touring after more than a decade on the world’s biggest stages. Nevertheless, the seasoned veteran gave his fans one last concert. Hardwell gave a special concert at the Ziggo Dome during the Amsterdam Dance Event, where he collaborated live with the Metropole Orkest Symphony.

During the tour-free time, Hardwell was able to focus more on his award-winning label Revealed Recordings in order to restructure and expand it. The break from touring also allowed him to focus more on discovering new artists in the studio. During this time, a work was created that would herald a new era in Hardwell’s history.

On March 27, 2022, Hardwell returned to Ultra Music Festival in Miami after a multi-year hiatus to play a surprise final concert. With the release of his new 14-track album “REBELS NEVER DIE” on Revealed Recordings and the announcement of a gigantic 24-date world tour, Hardwell caught the attention of fans around the world.

During the tour, Hardwell has already performed at the Ultra Music Festival in Miami and Melbourne, before appearing in Thailand and Bali. His tour schedule also included a number of shows in North America, including at TAO Nightclub in Chicago, the Harbour Convention Centre in Vancouver and the Brooklyn Mirage in New York.

The REBELS NEVER DIE era of Hardwell’s career marks an important turning point in the musical development of one of electronic music’s most recognizable stars. Always seeking evolution, not repetition, this chapter is a pivotal point in the career of one of electronic music’s most recognizable artists.

Publications

Hardwell’s releases reflect his artistic development and groundbreaking talent. His 2015 album “United We Are” was a milestone in his career. With 11 tracks and a strong presence in the charts, the album reached number 6 in the Netherlands and stayed in the charts for over 20 weeks. One of the album’s most popular tracks was “Run Wild”, which made it to number 4 in the charts.

Another highlight of his discography is the album “Rebels Never Die”, which was released in 2022. The album shows Hardwell’s development and his ability to constantly reinvent himself. It contains 14 tracks covering a wide range of electronic music styles. Hardwell presents himself in top form on this album and once again proves his ability to inspire the masses with his music.

Awards

Hardwell has been honored with numerous awards and nominations throughout his impressive career, reflecting his outstanding achievements in the electronic music scene.

In 2012, he received the IDMA (International Dance Music Award) as “Best Break-Through DJ” and was nominated for the DJ Awards in the “Best European DJ” category. In the following years, he received further notable awards. In 2013, he won the IDMA as “Best Global DJ” and was nominated for his song “Spaceman” in the categories “Best Remixer” and “Best Electro/Progressive House Track”.

His run of success continued when he won the IDMA as “Best Global DJ” again in 2014. In 2015 and 2016, he won the title of “Best Global DJ” at the IDMA Awards and was also honored as “Best Progressive House/Electro DJ” and “Best Artist”.

Hardwell’s productions and mixsets have also won awards. He received the IDMA for “Best Compilation or Full Length DJ Mix” for his album “United We Are”. His popular radio show “Hardwell On Air” has won several awards for “Best Podcast or Radio Mixshow DJ”.

These awards also extend to his remixes and collaborations with other artists. His work with Amba Shepherd on the track “Apollo” and Jake Reese on “Mad World” was recognized in the categories “Best Featured Vocalist Performance” and “Best Electro/Progressive House Track”.

In addition to the IDMA Awards and the DJ Awards, Hardwell has also been nominated for the MTV European Music Awards and the NRJ Music Awards for his outstanding achievements as an international DJ.