Hardwell
The 2× DJ Mag #1 Dutch big-room legend, Revealed Recordings founder, and one of the most dramatic comeback stories in modern dance music.
Who is Hardwell?
The full story of Hardwell's rise, sound and signature catalogue.
Hardwell — born Robbert van de Corput in Breda, Netherlands — is one of the most influential big-room producers of the EDM era. Twice voted #1 on DJ Mag's Top 100 (2013 and 2014), Hardwell defined the loudest, brightest sound of mainstage festival music in the mid-2010s, retired from touring in 2018, and made a globally-anticipated return in 2022 with the rebirth album REBELS NEVER DIE.
In 2010 Hardwell founded Revealed Recordings at age 22, releasing his own breakthrough tracks alongside early work from KSHMR, Dannic and Dyro. His anthems — "Spaceman," "Apollo" with Amba Shepherd, "Call Me a Spaceman," "Young Again" with Chris Jones — became permanent fixtures in mainstage festival sets worldwide.
After stepping away from touring in late 2018 to focus on studio work, Hardwell returned in 2022 with a heavier, hardstyle-leaning sound, headlining Ultra Music Festival's mainstage and embarking on the REBELS NEVER DIE world tour. Explore more big-room artists in the full DJ directory, or visit his official site.
Signature Sound
The Hardwell songs that defined his catalogue — and fueled his global fanbase.
Career Timeline
The milestones that shaped Hardwell's career — from breakout to global headliner.
Upcoming Shows
Hardwell tour dates — filter by year, month and region. Tickets via official partners.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Hardwell's real name is Robbert van de Corput. He is a Dutch DJ and record producer from Breda, Netherlands, born January 7, 1988.
Hardwell is best known for big-room house and electro, and since his 2022 return has leaned heavier into hardstyle and rawer mainstage sounds.
His biggest tracks include "Spaceman" (2012), "Apollo" with Amba Shepherd (2013), "Young Again" with Chris Jones (2014), "Call Me a Spaceman" (2013) and "Conquerors" from the 2022 comeback album REBELS NEVER DIE.
Hardwell founded Revealed Recordings in 2010 at age 22. The label has launched the careers of KSHMR, Dannic, Dyro and many other big-room producers, and hosts his weekly Hardwell On Air radio show.
Yes, Hardwell tours globally again after returning in 2022 from his 2018 hiatus. He headlines major festival mainstages with the REBELS NEVER DIE world tour. Check the Tour Dates section above and his official site for the latest schedule.
Hardwell headlines Tomorrowland, Ultra Music Festival, UNTOLD, Creamfields, EDC Las Vegas and Amsterdam Dance Event, plus his own Revealed Recordings showcases.
Hardwell announced a hiatus from touring at the end of his 2018 United We Are tour to focus on studio work and personal life. He returned in 2022 with the album REBELS NEVER DIE — a heavier, hardstyle-leaning sound — headlining Ultra Music Festival's mainstage and launching the REBELS NEVER DIE world tour. It's considered one of the most-anticipated comebacks in EDM history.
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