The largest dance music event to ever hit Utah, Das Energi Festival, is back for a second time at the Great Saltair. Join us for the “The Current That Connects Us,” as we gather for a full spectrum of dance music set to cutting-edge production. Have you bought your tickets yet? One of the acts headlining our journey is internationally known producing DJ, Hardwell.
Robbert van de Corput hails from Breda, a city in the Netherlands that fellow Dutchman Tiësto also calls home. Hardwell was signed to a major Dutch label at the age of 13. Shortly after being signed, Hardwell had the privilege to spin at all the major clubs across the Netherlands. Hardwell’s international breakthrough success however, first came from his “Show Me Love VS Be” bootleg which became one of the most played dance tracks of 2009.
That was just the beginning though. In 2010 he formed his own label Revealed Recordings which allowed him to release versatile tracks whether they be progressive, tech house, techno or electro influenced. In the same year, Hardwell launched his much celebrated compilation series Hardwell Presents Revealed, which gives listeners a good dose of imprint’s stance on the trends currently driving dance music.
Solo, Hardwell’s sound has been described by its complex and rhythmic drum layers, punchy synths, and melodic chords all creating the perfect mixture for his signature Big Room house style. Early tracks like “Encoded” and “Zero 76” both hit the #1 Beatport and #1 US iTunes spots, establishing him as a new heavyweight contender. Further cementing himself in the top ranks of talent, Hardwell launched his own radio show and podcast in 2011, Hardwell On Air, which is now broadcasted on over 25 international radio stations. Moreover, the podcast is a mainstay in the iTunes’ Top 10 Podcasts in more than 30 countries.
With a jump from #24 to #6 DJ on DJ Mag’s Top 100, you can currently find Hardwell touring around the world, still high off the success of his hit song with Amba Shepherd,”Apollo.” We’re sure you’ll hear it when Hardwell takes the stage August 17th for the second annual Das Energi Festival. Buy your tickets today!
