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INTERVIEW > INTO THE UNKNOWN WITH HARDWELL

INTERVIEW BY: ELLIE MULLINS AND RYAN FORD PC: REIN KOOYMAN

INTO THE UNKNOWN WITH

his year we have seen the ultimate return of one of the industry’s elite.
Having taken a hiatus from touring since 2018, Hardwell made headlines
with an emphatic performance at Ultra Music Festival Miami this year. Since
then he has reignited his career, brandishing brand new music, a new show
and a relentless touring mentality that has seen him reconnect with his
Tadoring fans worldwide.

Driving forward a refreshing, and innovative “Future Techno” sound, the former world
number one DJ has been working tirelessly towards the release of his second studio album
“REBELS NEVER DIE”. Releasing a track every two weeks since April, the 14-track album finally
arrived this month in its entirety; a shining example of how his love for electronic music had
never truly diminished. To mark the release of the album, we were lucky enough to sit down
with Robbert for an exclusive interview, to gain a more personal insight into his remarkable
return and the creative processes behind it.

“ I was unbelievably nervous about making a
comeback with this new show and sound. Taking

a decision to play just new music instead of doing

something like 50% old music and 50% new music,
was my way of making a statement.”

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