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PEOPLE OF TOMORROW,
WELCOME HOME THE MAGIC IS ABOUT TO START AGAIN!
The wait has been extraordinarily long, friends, but here you are. Hearts fully charged with love and minds amplifying each other’s magic, you have arrived at the gates of the Holy Grounds, about to make them shine once more. The Sun’s benevolent rays may have been darkened in the past few years – but it was all for us to return to the light with even greater force. Take a moment, then, to reflect on that which is about to happen. What lies in wait once you finally make this hallowed place your own again? Some things, like the line-up, are for certain, others, such as the precise meaning of The Reflection of Love, still a secret. But surely, new
THE SOUNDS OF TOMORROW This is it – during The Reflection of Love, you are about to witness the wildest musical rollercoaster in the solar system. Some of you might have a complete itinerary of which sets to attend already. Others will be open to whatever happems to please their keen ears in the moment. Whatever it is you’re here for, the choice of music is overwhelming. House, hardstyle, techno, bass, EDM or anything in between, it is at Tomorrowland that the world’s best artists send their music from their hearts to yours. Sure, there may be difficult choices to make, but rest assured that whatever you choose, it will be rewarding. Now sit back, fasten your seatbelts and indulge yourself in the sonic paradise that is Tomorrowland 2022.
friendships will be made and amazing stories written. The people, nationalities, and sounds coming together from all across the globe will, through the movements of every single person here, weave themselves into a spectacle of historic proportions. But all of this, friends, you will find out about tomorrow. Today, your attention is to be drawn by another show that none will want to miss – the Gathering, where for the very first time, you will experience the extraordinary feeling of togetherness that Tomorrowland is all about. Reflect the love of those around you, friends, and enjoy – you’ve waited long enough.
PEOPLE OF TOMORROW,
KEEP IT HOLY! This is your home now: De Schorre, green, clean, and beautiful. Let’s look after her the way she deserves; breathe in the fresh air, leave no trash and dance barefoot on her Holy Grounds at least once.
PEOPLE OF TOMORROW,
ENJOY THE MOMENT! If there’s one thing to agree on, it’s that it has been too long. But you’re here now, at last. With a hand on your heart, take a moment to ground yourself before vouching to savour every moment!
TODAY’S HIGHLIGHT
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WEATHER FORECAST
YOUR TODAY
Creating the Tomorrowland Today is our yearly highlight. Thank you for sleeping on, sheltering under, passing around, collecting at home and, of course, thoroughly reading every letter of this daily newspaper.
Not a place in the world as bright as De Schorre today. Shine, you beautiful People of Tomorrow! Glow as you grow in each other’s presence, let your communal energy radiate to galaxies afar!
Your daily, your story! Share your highlights, tales of friendship, unexpected discoveries and invaluable festival knowledge via today@tomorrowland.com.
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FREEDOM STAGE BY BUD
LEAF BY JBL
THE ROSE GARDEN
KARA SAVI
STAIRWAY TO UNITY
Always wanted to run ATMOSPHERE up that hill as fast as you can? Ascend to Unity with this CORE magnificent new artwork at the HARBOUR HOUSE Holy Grounds. MAINSTAGE CAGE MESA GARDEN
DREAMVILLE ENTRANCE & EXIT
THE RAVE CAVE YOUPHORIA
CRYSTAL GARDEN
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THE LIBRARY MOOSE BAR
DAILY WISDOM
POINTS OF INTEREST
Read the latest about what’s going on around Tomorrowland.
FIRST AID POLICE INFO / CASHLESS CUSTOMER SERVICE CASHLESS TOP-UP / PEARLS
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FOOD DRINKS TOILETS
DREAMVILLE
LOCKERS LOST & FOUND
• Practical info & campsite map • Activities & sports classes at DreamVille • A guide on camping in harmony
CHARGE YOUR PHONE LOOP EARPLUGS OFFICIAL BOUTIQUE MARKET POST OFFICE
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COMFORT AREAS COMFORT DECK EXCLUSIVE TABLES / BOX
EXPERIENCES OFFICIAL BOUTIQUE BY ADIDAS
FESTIVAL FLOORPLAN
MAGICAL FOREST OF JOY BY BMW
BACK WHERE SOLO VIDA LOUNGE
B2B THE BALCONY & SKYBOX
THE LIBRARY DECK HOSTED BY VERSUZ
THE TUNNEL OF MIST
Don’t get lost - instead, make a study of where to go on here!
BAR MAÑANA BY HAVANA CLUB
THE SIGNPOST
THE HEART IS RESTAURANTS & BARS
COKE STUDIO BY COCA-COLA
MESA
ONE WORLD RADIO STUDIO
SOLO VIDA FOUNTAIN BAR
TATTOO SHOP
BRASA
CASA CORONA
TOMORROWLAND RESTAURANT
THE HILL BY FTX
CHEF’S TABLE
DREAMCATCHER BY BUD
BELGIAN BEER BAR BY VICTORIA
HOME OF AMARE BY BRUSSELS AIRLINES
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MESA GARDEN Some tips for a delicious time at Tomorrowland’s newest culinary area.
People of Tomorrow... Here we are again, at last. We never did lose sight of each other over the past three years, remaining locked in each other’s hearts. Like one big family, we never stopped caring for each other. But to look into someone's eyes in real life is a different story. The eyes of someone who understands you, who shares common ground with you. Today marks the day that the wait is finally over. You have arrived at the Holy Grounds, you are about to celebrate your love for music, and finally meeting your fellow ravers from around the world!
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Tomorrowland - The Reflection of Love will be home to 600,000 ravers from over 200 countries. Global Journey flights have left and will be leaving from 31 countries and 61 cities across the world including New York, Mexico City, São Paulo, Hong Kong, Dubai, Singapore, Johannesburg, Barcelona, Athens, Berlin and London.
One World Radio The Gathering Timetables Meet the regulars Interviews with Hardwell, Da Tweekaz, Amber Broos
The 16th edition of Tomorrowland is the first one to take place across three weekends and is home to no less than 15 stages (including The Gathering on Thursday) and 800 artists. Besides that there is the Chill Out Area, the perfect place for a relaxing morning, where you are invited to join yoga sessions, gym classes and play a game of volleyball, tennis or lawn bowling. With all of this to explore, now is the time to dance, hug, camp, eat, drink and joyfully reflect your love for music and everyone around you. Welcome, one and all!
“You’re just like my favourite song, going ‘round and ‘round my head”
OPENING HOURS The gates of Tomorrowland open at 12 p.m. midday, and from then on it’s non-stop dancing and fun until the gates shut at 1 a.m. on Friday and Saturday and 12 a.m. on Sunday. Check-in is possible every day until 10 p.m. (Friday and Saturday) and 9 p.m. (Sunday). Entering the festival grounds more than once is not allowed. DreamVille re-entries are allowed, but only after 5 p.m.
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LOCKERS
FIRST AID
No one wants to carry a lot of stuff around on the dance floor and - of course - there is no need to. You will find lockers at several locations across both Tomorrowland and DreamVille.
Medical emergency? Look for the yellow flag with the black cross to find First Aid points. There is always a doctor with every team. To bring medication onto the grounds you will need a doctor’s certificate. 5
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STAIRWAY TO UNITY Tomorrowland has always been about making connections – and this year, a new artwork has been added to the Holy Grounds to reflect that. Called the Stairway to Unity, it forms a new connection between the lower part of the Mainstage arena and the higher grounds behind it, towards the DreamVille exit. These steps are actually a mosaic artwork made out of about 5 million pieces of ceramic, glass, and stone, covering a total surface area of roughly 700 square metres. The Stairway to Unity was designed by Cuban artist Michel Herrera Cuello and brought to life by French mosaic expert Jean-Christophe Duperron and Italian mosaic-laying company Mosaici Moruzzi, and it depicts the gathering of over 200 nationalities, in harmony with nature and full of love for one another, at the Holy Grounds each year. To celebrate its unveiling, send us a photo of you and your friends ascending to Unity through today@tomorrowland.com, and you may win a bottle of another new edition to this year’s festival - Tomorrowland Solo Vida sparkling wine.
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WISDOM CASH-FREE LIKE A BIRD
A WARM WELCOME
Pearls are the official currency at Tomorrowland, which means your everyday cash won't work on the Holy Grounds. Pearls are uploaded to your wristband to make life easier for everyone – there’s no need to carry your wallet around, which also means you can’t lose it! You can pay with Pearls for literally anything at the Holy Grounds and DreamVille, so that’s food, drinks and also fashion. Topping up can be done online and on site.
GET YOUR PEARLS ONLINE Adding Pearls to your wristband online comes with a big advantage: you will receive an automatic refund for your unspent Pearls. Besides that, buying 60 or more of them at once means you’ll get bonus Pearls. Want to know more? Check out the My Bracelet section on the Tomorrowland website. You might know Boom as a near-mythical place, a one-off or oncea-year temporary residence. But for many, it is home year-round. It’s where their children grow up, where they go about their dayto-day business and where they welcome an influx of international spirits like yourself every summer. Mirror their open arms with an open heart; please treat your Belgian neighbours, and their hometown, with all your love and respect.
BUY PEARLS ON SITE Of course topping up your Pearls is also possible at various sites across both Tomorrowland and DreamVille. The Pearl-suspending booths accept Visa and Mastercard as well as cash. Remember that if you choose to use the booths to top up, you will need to fill out a form to get any leftover Pearls refunded.
TOMORROWLAND AT THE WHITE ISLE
Tomorrowland is like a blossoming tree planting its seeds across national borders, which is something famous Belgian brothers Dimitri Vegas & Like Mike understand very well. They live and breathe the vibe of your beloved festival, making them its perfect ambassadors... and this is indeed their job at the heavenly island of Ibiza. From June 15th until September 21st, the two are playing a string of unforgettable poolside shows at the world-famous Balearic club known as Ushuaïa. To spruce up the nights, Dimi and Mike have invited lots of befriended artists to play Crystal Garden-inspired warm-up sets. Get your tickets through www.theushuaiaexperience.com!
TERRA SOLIS A TASTE OF TOMORROWLAND IN DUBAI
DOWNLOAD THE APP OF TOMORROWLAND
The Tomorrowland grounds are vast, so finding your way around and making plans can be challenging. Over the course of these four days, the Tomorrowland App is your best friend, providing you with all the latest news and practical tips. It is also where you can listen to the Sound of Tomorrowland on One World Radio and watch the aftermovies from past editions. On top of that, the app offers exclusive mixes by artists associated with your beloved festival.
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For a period of ten months from September 2022 to June 2023, a magical glamping oasis named Terra Solis is set to rise from the Arabian Peninsula’s desert. Stretching across 371,000 square metres at Al Yufra in Dubai, this will be the site of an endless series of parties and poolside events, inspired by the vibe that brought you here in Boom today. Centred around a paradise-like pool, Terra Solis is where you camp out in the desert without any of the inconveniences that you may normally associate with camping. The ‘rooms’ range from atmospheric tents that are fitted with beds and everything else you’d expect from a bedroom, plus a shared bathroom and toilet, to the luxurious Orion Pool Lodge, which is the top end of the Terra Solis places to stay. Dubai is halfway between Europe and many East Asian destinations, so why not chill by the pool during a layover? Daytrippers are always welcome to enjoy the best sounds of Tomorrowland plus some excellent drinks at Terra Solis. If you like dancing as well as relaxing, then you know where to book your next holiday after you’ve returned home from this one. It’s the best way to cure your Tomorrowland homesickness and you know it! Go to www.terrasolisdubai.com to book your stay. 7
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SPREAD THE NEWS It's a collectible for some, but for most, it’s just a great tool to get to know their way around the festival: the Tomorrowland Today. Every morning, a fresh batch of newspapers can be found at the DreamVille District Houses, at the Farmhouse and in hotel lobbies. This year, with the environment in mind, there are fewer physical dailies available. So spread the news, pass on the paper or return it to the distribution points for others to enjoy. You can always reread it online via issuu.com/tomorrowlandtoday upon your return.
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ALL YOU NEED TO KNOW You may have travelled for hours; you may have come from just around the corner. Now that you have arrived, there’s only one thing left to do and that’s to pitch your tent. You’re going to be pitching it in a city more free and hospitable than any other you’ve been to, one where you’ll find only the friendly, like-minded People of Tomorrow. It’s the kind of place you’ve only come across in your dreams – unless you’ve been to Tomorrowland before, of course. To celebrate your arrival, DreamVille has invited every single townie to the ultimate warm-up party, The Gathering, which is happening tonight! But before that, carefully read through these pages, as this is where you will find all of the practical information you’ll need during your stay at DreamVille.
INFO & HOURS DREAMVILLE OPENING HOURS Thursday from 11h00 until Monday 12h00 FESTIVAL ENTRANCE FROM DREAMVILLE Friday, Saturday until 23h00 Sunday until 22h00 No re-entry into DreamVille before 17h00 MARKETPLACE OPENING HOURS Thursday: 11h00 - 02h00 Friday, Saturday: 08h00 - 16h00, 23h00 - 02h00 Sunday: 08h00 - 16h00, 22h00 - 01h00 Monday: 08h00 - 12h00
BAKERY Thursday: 11h00 - 20h00 Friday - Sunday: 07h30 - 16h00 Monday: 07h30 - 12h00 CARREFOUR SUPERMARKET Thursday: 11h00 - 02h00 Friday - Sunday: 10h00 - 16h00, 23h00 - 03h00 Monday: 07h30 - 12h00 FARMHOUSE BREAKFAST Start the day with a leisurely brekkie at the Farmhouse. Add a Farmhouse Breakfast voucher to your app account and enjoy a (vegan?) coffee for a relaxed start to the day. Thursday: 10h00 - 02h00 Friday - Sunday: 08h00 - 16h00, 23h00 - 03h00 Monday: 07h30 - 12h00 BBQ ZONES Sun’s out, satays out! Find dedicated BBQ Zones across the Magnificent Greens, Easy Tents, Friendship Graden & Marketplace areas. Get your essentials at the supermarket down the DreamVille Marketplace and fire it up. Looking to impress? Ask one of the BBQ chefs to show you how it’s done. CAMPING HOSTS Your friend in need, local know-it-all and helping hand in one; the camping hosts patrol the campsites round the clock and are at your service at the District Houses.
FIRST AID Medical emergency? Look for the Red Cross signs! Location A: Main Avenue, between Montagoe and Easy Tents areas Location B: Right by Entrance 1 Location C: Between the Red and Orange District showers All locations are open day and night. PHARMACIES For less urgent medical issues, please find your way to a pharmacy in Rumst. The nearest is Apotheek Cools, Jan van Eycklei 2. Open on Thursday and Friday 08h45 - 12h30 & 13h45 - 19h00, Saturday 9h00 - 12h00.
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LOST & FOUND They won’t know your festival crush’ phone number, but all other queries can be directed to the Lost & Found Info Desk at the Rainbow West entrance. Open 24h all weekend, until Monday 14h00.
SHOWERS Rinse and repeat! Montagoe showers are free, Easy Tent showers are accessible for 1 Pearl and Magnificent Greens showers for 2.5 Pearls. All of the outdoor showers are freely accessible.
DISTRICT HOUSES Consider these your local townhouse. If you’re staying at the Magnificent Greens, Friendship Garden or Easy Tents area, go to your local District House with all your questions, found items or for the latest copy of Tomorrowland Today. Open round the clock.
SAFETY Your safety is a priority. During your time here, stay up-to-date via the tweets of the Belgian Federal Police (@BelPoliceEvent) and Local Police Rupel (@Politie_Rupel). The local police station address is Boomsesteenweg 180, Wilrijk. 9
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ENSUITES
SPECTACULAR RELAX ROOMS
DREAMLODGES
SPECTACULAR DREAMLODGES
SUPREME EASY TENTS
MARKET PLACE
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SHOWERS
TOILETS
DRINKS
FOOD
CAMP2CAMP RENTAL DESK
MAGNIFICENT GREENS TENT PICK-UP DESK
GLOBAL JOURNEY DESK / LOST & FOUND
LOOP EARPLUGS
BAKERY
BOHEMIAN FASHION
JEWELRY
BALLOONS
PHONE REPAIR / SIM SERVICE
CHARGE YOUR PHONE
SUPERMARKET BY CARREFOUR
CAMPING STORE
RECOVERY AREA
COLD BEER PICK-UP
BAR ON THE GO
AQUA
DISTRICT HOUSE
OFFICIAL BOUTIQUE
BALANCE AREA
GADGETS & MORE
LOCKERS
TATTOO SHOP
PADEL & TENNIS
BEERS & STORIES BY VICTORIA
COMFORT AREA
HAIR SALON
BRACELET INFO / BRACELET PICK-UP
WIFI HOTSPOT
RED BULL BASECAMP
BOX OFFICE
BARBECUE
ANGELS OF BEAUTY
TAXIS
PUBLIC TRANSPORT
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CAMP2CAMP FRIENDS
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BREAKFAST CORNER BY ALPRO
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SPECTACULAR FRIENDSHIP GARDEN
PURPLE DISTRICT
GREEN DISTRICT
YELLOW DISTRICT
THE FARMHOUSE
RED DISTRICT
BLUE DISTRICT
ORANGE DISTRICT
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DREAMVILLE’S DAILY ACTIVITIES
DreamVille; your home away from home, this weekend’s haven and your literal go-to for some much-needed R&R in between the countless hours of dancing. How to make the most of your time here? COME TO GATHER First and foremost, never sleep on The Gathering, no matter how long the journey was before you arrived here today. All DreamVille and Global Journey ticket holders have access to Tomorrowland’s one and only official opening party. With the best (surprise!) artists and a crowd bursting with energy, it is without a doubt one not to miss. Be there on Thursday from 13h00 to 00h00. PERSONALISED PITCH Depending on which campsite area you’re staying at, some of the accommodations might look alike. This can be confusing, especially on your first night. Personalise your pitch with whatever you have on hand: create a flag from empty crisps bags or your best friend’s spare pair of trousers! MUNCHY MORNINGS If you’re a trained scout, you can probably whip up breakfast on the spot. If you’re more of an occasional camper, head to the bakery to grab a fresh loaf to score bonus points with your tent-mate. Prefer the city way? Sip a fresh coffee while you order your morning munch at the Farmhouse.
REST & RECUPERATION Don’t worry, most dancing legs have had insufficient training lately. Woke up a bit sore or are you in need of some mental downtime after meeting so many new faces? Head to the DreamVille Chill Out Area to do just that: chill out & wind down. MEET A MATE What is Tomorrowland without the People of Tomorrow? Yes, that is indeed a rhetorical question. Get in on the action and befriend your fellows. Learn to say ‘good morning’ in your neighbour’s mother tongue, pass on this paper when you finish it with a hand-written note in it, or grab a coffee for the friend you’re yet to meet. BE YOUR BEST It’s not like you need it, of course. But if you feel like getting pampered, reserve a spot at Angels of Beauty. They do festival looks like nobody’s business! DreamVille’s official hair and beauty salons can be found at Marketplace and Montagoe. Get selfie-ready and book ahead.
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CHILL-OUT AREA DreamVille’s Chill-Out is where exercise, entertainment and eating meet. Start your day here with a healthy breakfast and a tennis match, or stop over for a post-festival cocktail and hammock sesh. New this year is the Padel area. This relatively new and very popular sport is an intensely fun workout for 2x2 players. The padel court is available for 24 Pearls per hour, including rackets and balls for four players.
BALANCE AREA Head to the football field (right by the Chill Out Area) for some restorative movement. Prefer it nice and slow? A Yin Yoga class will hit the spot just right. It’s also a great first introduction to yoga for newbies. Like it a little rougher? Join one of the Power Yoga or Hatha Yoga classes for an intense workout for body and soul.
RECOVERY AREA Blend in with the fit crowd during your choice of group classes. Organised by Les Mills, Life Fitness and Pinkboxing, the variety of ways to move your bum are endless here. Get your blood pumping with a class of Bodypump, or reminisce about your childhood ballerina dreams with a Les Mills Barre class. Looking for last-minute inspo? A Sh’Bam class might teach you a dance move or two to try on the Holy Grounds after.
THURSDAY 12h00
Hatha Yoga
12h45
Yin Yoga
13h30
Vinyassa Yoga
14h15
Bodybalance
THURSDAY 12h00
Bodycombat
12h30
Bodypump
13h00
Sh’Bam
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Bodyattack
14h00
Less Mills Barre
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Bodypump
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Bodycombat
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Sh’Bam
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BE NICE TO YOURSELF Drink a lot of water. DreamVille can be a hot place and it’s the middle of summer. You’ll dance and walk a lot and drinking water will help you recover.
HOW TO CAMP IN HARMONY Loving yourself, the people around you as well as the animals and the plants is not just easy, it is good for everyone, as we all benefit from a healthy planet. Be kind, empathetic and considerate while you camp, so that we can all live in Harmony here at DreamVille and beyond – because living the good life at Tomorrowland will make your life journey more in tune with nature afterwards. Can you tick all of the boxes on this page? Of course you can!
RESPECT BOUNDARIES & ASK CONSENT
Detox with vitamins. There will be a wide variety of fruit juices available at the Farmhouse and the Marketplace.
Contribute to a great atmosphere by making sure everyone feels safe – check in by asking friends as well as strangers if they’re OK!
Eat healthily; we all want some grease sometimes, but why not try some vegetarian options and greens? They’re better for planet and body!
There’s a gym between the Farmhouse and the Marketplace. Give it a try - but don’t go too hard on yourself after a night of raving…
Feel like jogging? Come to the Farmhouse at 10 a.m. to meet up with fellow sporty campers for a morning run.
EVERY DROP COUNTS Don’t shower too long, you can’t get any cleaner at some point anyway!
Don’t leave taps running without using them.
Meat dishes require a lot more water to produce than plant-based food, so consider this when you order a meal.
Ride-share or use public transport to get to and from DreamVille whenever possible.
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Use the recycle bins provided so materials can be reused as much as possible.
Bin broken things right away so no one gets hurt.
Don’t drink too much, though. Drinking more than 3 litres can be dangerous!
The Chill Out area offers morning yoga for beginners and pros alike. It’s a great way to start the day!
MINIMIZE YOUR FOOTPRINT
Fancy someone? Make 100% sure that the other person also fancies you before you do anything beyond a friendly chat. It’s as simple as asking, and only yes means yes. Being nice and friendly to people always makes life better. Help someone pitch their tent and make friends for life!
Travel light so you don’t have to carry too much back home when you’re feeling a little rough on Monday. Take everything with you, including the small things such as tent pegs!
We’re printing fewer copies of Tomorrowland Today this year. Don’t throw it away once you’re done reading it, but share it with others instead!
NEVER WASTE FOOD Only buy as much food as you’ll want to eat. Give your leftover food to someone who’s still hungry – not to the bin.
Consume your cold drinks quickly, before they go off !
ENJOY THE WEEKEND The most important tip of all: making an effort to do good will actually feel good in the end. Enjoy your stay at DreamVille!
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THE WORLD OF TOMORROW
The past few years have been tough for many, but even more so for the vulnerable. With immense social distance and schools closing all over the world, Tomorrowland Foundation’s focus on supporting children and youngsters felt more urgent than ever. They have been working hard in making a positive difference for the future generation, and through them, the world of Tomorrow. Having supported the first Tomorrowland Foundation Music & Arts School in Nepal in 2018 and supporting the independent non-profit organisations Cunina, Mobile School and Ek Tara, the generosity of the People of Tomorrow is allowing for even more growth now. This year, two more Music & Arts Schools will open their doors, one in Kolkata, India, and one in Mbarara, Uganda. In Uganda, the first stones have already been laid for the Cunina Adullam Primary School. Vinita Saraf, founder of the Kolkata-based learning centre Ek Tara, shares what the Music & Arts School will add to their organisation. 14
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Hi Vinita! Tell us why you started Ek Tara? “Being both born and raised in Kolkata, we were confronted every day with the precarious situation in which some girls and women here live. The slums of Kolkata are amongst the biggest in South-East Asia. Imagine: seven people living in a singleroom shack, on a monthly average budget of $70 max. Survival, not education, is their priority. Especially girls are victims of this, due to a deep-rooted patriarchal mindset: it is the start of a vicious circle of poverty and vulnerability to domestic violence and sexual abuse. We wanted to change this, which is how Ek Tara came into existence.” And then? Where do you start? “We started in 2011 with a group of only 30, training mothers in livelihood skills. Gradually, they understood the need to educate their daughters to secure a future for them. The fathers remained skeptical at first, almost to the point of threatening the existence of the organisation. But over the years, after seeing the impact and the dedication from our team, that shifted. Before we knew it, 1,500 girls and young women were attending classes with us, and there is a huge demand from the community to admit more.”
How do people benefit from Arts & Music classes? “They always have been an important part of our curriculum, as we don’t want to focus on just basic skills. Co-curricular activities, which enhance social confidence and take their minds away from the stresses of their lives at home, are of vital importance. Music and art lessons help them to fully express themselves, build self-esteem, stimulate creative thoughts and help them learn to stand up for themselves. It happens often that they discover a hidden artistic talent! The comprehensive development of a child would be incomplete without these types of classes.”
“We are the People of Tomorrow. We live today, love tomorrow and unite forever.”
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What does the collaboration with the Tomorrowland Foundation mean for Ek Tara? “A lot! Tomorrowland’s support helps us spread the message of transforming marginalised communities through education and empowerment of girls. The problems we are working on, and the precarious situation in which many girls and women have to live, are issues faced across urban slums all around the world. With Tomorrowland championing this cause, we hope that more and more people will work towards eradicating this problem. Specifically, the support of Tomorrowland allows us to create a whole new and dedicated Music & Arts floor, equipped with state-of-theart teaching materials, and transform our rooftop into an open-air auditorium. Here, the children can show their skills to the world. Ek Tara means ‘a star’: we believe every child has the potential to shine when given access to education and opportunities for selfdevelopment. We’re so happy we will be able to extend our classes to many more children and bring out each of their talents.”
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FEELING GOOD, LOOKING BETTER Three years of living apart never felt like not-together. It is a special connection that the People of Tomorrow share. More than meeting at the Holy Grounds, they are united in their love of music, their wild freedom and unstoppable positivity. All these elements come together in the TML by Tomorrowland collections, which luckily remained available all over the globe. Even when distance felt far and wide at times, in all corners of the world, you remained visibly part of this unique tribe through your choice of apparel. This weekend, finally, you will see it with your own two eyes: you all remained united, forever.
LTE EVENT COLLECTION If you’re looking for something unique as a gift to yourself or to a special someone, check out the LTE Event Collection. This exclusive line brings you true collector’s items, as the shirts, hoodie and gym bag are limited editions and feature this year’s incredible The Reflection of Love artwork. The black and white event shirts and hoodie are special items that will bring home all the warm emotions of your time at the Holy Grounds.
ICONIC COLLECTION Called Iconic Collection for a reason, the 2022 line of summer essentials is quintessential Tomorrowland. Featuring the Tomorrowland icon in bold floral print and in neutral statement pieces, these sun-kissed accessory and apparel items will quickly become your favourite staple pieces. Need some inspiration? Mix and match between the graphicon hoodie and shorts, for instance. Will you coordinate the top and bottom to match, or spice it up between, say, brown and white? The graphicon sets are available for all, so you and your partner in crime can match in summer style. And what says ‘summer’ more than fields full of flowers? Both the Kaleidoscope and Icon Bloom items depict ethereal floral patterns, bringing fairy-like vibes. Who wouldn’t love to take a bouquet from their wardrobe every day?
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FROM BELGIUM WITH LOVE Good things happen when legends unite: adidas, the Royal Belgian Football Association (RBFA) and Tomorrowland have co-created the bright and brandnew LOVE Collection. Blending the lines between football and festival, this collaboration has one important common goal: to spread a positive message of love, equality and diversity, but above all happiness, excitement and inspiration to the world. Inspired by Tomorrowland’s bright fireworks, the LOVE collection is an explosion of colour, mesmerising with its innovative, vibrant vibe and a keen eye for detail. The collection is designed to capture the hearts and minds of the People of Tomorrow from all corners of the world, no matter what age, gender, race, political or religious background. Ranging from tops to footwear to bucket hats, the collection will offer something to everyone’s taste. Come together and dance, exercise, or just roam the streets wearing these bold, graphic prints to bring instant happiness to wearers and onlookers alike.
REFLECTION OF LOVE This year’s magical theme is the inspiration behind the Reflection of Love Capsule Collection. Designed with a lot of attention to detail, focus on finishing and high-quality fabrics, this one-off collection features eye-catching artwork. The exclusive collection, designed especially for this summer’s three-week reunion, includes a series of t-shirts, hoodies and long sleeves, as well as accessories like sunglasses. Its dedicated jewellery line offers the choice between silver, black and gold. Pick your favourite between the silver icon ring, the embossed black leather bracelet, or one of the many gold options such as the luxury TML x Komono watch with a gold round case, for a minimalist yet luxurious fashion statement. Prefer something a bit more maximal? Let the intricate, otherworldly medallion with astrology-inspired pendants radiate around your neck.
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POINTS OF INTEREST FIRST AID POLICE INFO / CASHLESS CUSTOMER SERVICE CASHLESS TOP-UP / PEARLS FOOD DRINKS TOILETS LOCKERS LOST & FOUND CHARGE YOUR PHONE LOOP EARPLUGS OFFICIAL BOUTIQUE MARKET POST OFFICE
COMFORT AREAS COMFORT DECK
EXPERIENCES
EXCLUSIVE TABLES / BOX
OFFICIAL BOUTIQUE BY ADIDAS
SOLO VIDA LOUNGE
MAGICAL FOREST OF JOY BY BMW
B2B THE BALCONY & SKYBOX THE LIBRARY DECK HOSTED BY VERSUZ
THE TUNNEL OF MIST BAR MAÑANA BY HAVANA CLUB THE SIGNPOST
RESTAURANTS & BARS
COKE STUDIO BY COCA-COLA
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SOLO VIDA FOUNTAIN BAR
TATTOO SHOP
BRASA
CASA CORONA
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THE HILL BY FTX
CHEF’S TABLE
DREAMCATCHER BY BUD
BELGIAN BEER BAR BY VICTORIA
HOME OF AMARE BY BRUSSELS AIRLINES
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THE ROSE GARDEN
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CORE
CAGE
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HOW TO BE A STAR You’re never too young to learn and… never too old! That’s why Tomorrowland Academy offers courses for ravers of all ages. The sessions for kids took place from 11 to 14 July with sessions for under thirteens in the mornings and those for older teenagers in the afternoons. Beatmatching, EQ-ing, filtering and looping are among the things taught to the young superstars-to-be. For adults, Tomorrowland also includes music production in the courses, with a beginner-level package being offered from 18 to 21 July and the advanced level course from 25 to 28 July. This year’s sessions are all sold out – so prick up your ears, both for the wave of new talent coming, and for the chance to book a spot next year through academy. tomorrowland.com.
Dancing for hours in the sun is lots of fun but it can also be exhausting. Keep an eye on yourself and your friends at all times. Stay hydrated, use sunscreen and take plenty of breaks.
LOVE THE MUSIC, PROTECT YOUR EARS Loud music is a beautiful thing, but if you want to enjoy it from up close and yet for many years to come, earplugs are an absolute necessity. That is why Tomorrowland has teamed up with Loop, a critically acclaimed Belgian hearing protection brand, for a co-created, limited-edition pair of Tomorrowland x Loop Experience Earplugs. Each Experience Earplug is built around an innovative, 18 decibel-reducing acoustic channel that helps users enjoy music responsibly without compromising on sound quality. Together Loop and Tomorrowland celebrate those who go front row – who live out loud and dance like everyone’s watching – while also taking care of their ears. Find the Tomorrowland x Loop Experience Earplugs at one of the several Loop stores indicated on the floor plan. Loop’s separate range for sleeping, the Quiet plugs, are available across shops on DreamVille. And if you fancy some free noise reduction, send us an email at today@tomorrowland.com explaining which artist you would most like to go front row at, and why. You’ll stand a chance to win a pair of Experience Earplugs!
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LOVE TOMORROW CONFERENCE
There’s always a way to hear, see and feel what’s going on at the Holy Grounds, even when for some reason you can’t move yourself and your tired dancing feet from DreamVille to Tomorrowland. If you ever find yourself in this situation, simply flick on the livestream. You can also tune in to it between the three Tomorrowland weekends, when it is the goto place to review the performances of the previous weekend, and to preview those scheduled for the upcoming four days of magical madness. There are always three channels to choose from: the main feed, the alternative feed and the One World Radio feed, just like in the good old days of TV. The livestream is easy to access via Tomorrowland.com and the app.
Tomorrowland is dedicated to caring for Planet Earth and is working hard towards reducing its CO2 and water footprints, with the intention of reaching full circularity in the foreseeable future. In collaboration with their partner Love Tomorrow, the festival aims to achieve a spillover effect into parts of society beyond the grounds here in Boom. It is with this idea in mind that the first edition of Love Tomorrow, a conference centered around sustainability themes, takes place on the festival grounds on the Thursday ahead of the third Tomorrowland weekend. The conference program will feature inspiring presentations by pioneering speakers such best-selling author Yuval Noah Harari, renowned filmmaker Ali Tabrizi, as well as techno artist and environmental activist Ida Engberg. More than just a conference, this unique event by Love Tomorrow will also feature magical live entertainment, including classic Tomorrowland elements such as a Daybreak Session. For more info and tickets for the event, which will take place on 28 July 2022, go to lovetomorrowconference.com.
TOMORROWLAND WINTER It’s only a few months ago that some of you skied down the slopes of Alpe d’Huez and danced at mind-boggling altitudes. Some of the world’s best DJs played at stages which were dotted across some of the most beautiful mountains in Europe, including one at no less than 3300 metres. And where else in the world could you have seen heroes such as Charlotte de Witte, Armin van Buuren and Steve Aoki strolling through a little snowy town carrying their skies and snowboards? 2022’s edition came with even more comfort than the first one in 2019, as the Mainstage was all indoors, with a starry sky to look up to, all in magical Tomorrowland style. Other stages at Tomorrowland Winter included Crystal Garden, right up in the mountains with room for 4000 ravers, and Moose Bar, an incredibly unique après-ski bar, equipped for serious partying. Sounds like something you wouldn’t want to miss next year? Then we have good news for you: in 2023 another edition will see the light from 18-23 March. 7-Day packages go on sale 24 September and 4-Day passes are available a week further down the line. If speed, snow and music are your things, then this is where you want to go. Find your tickets at tomorrowland.com. THE REFLECTION OF LOVE
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World to Belgian soil. With everything from local eateries to world-renowned master chefs on offer, you can munch
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as you move or enjoy a sit-down dinner in a restaurant that boasts vistas you never even dared dream of. Are you new and slightly overwhelmed with the sheer amount of options? Or is this your umpteenth time here and do you believe you’ve tried and tasted it all? Think, and savour, again. And again! A good place to start would be the brand-new Mesa Garden. This ‘culinary chill’ area is the perfect place to relax, enjoy a good glass of wine and take in all the sights, scents and sounds. All are heartily invited to enjoy its offerings!
M E S A’ S S H A R I N G DISHES By now, ‘Mesa’ is probably a name you’re familiar with. Tomorrowland’s own Antwerpbased restaurant opened its doors in 2018, and this year, they are bringing their friends to the festival site. Mesa’s own chef Xavier Van Hecke will happily introduce the lucky few voucher-holders amongst the People of Tomorrow to typical and authentic flavours from all corners of the world in sharing bites, dips, and surprising cocktails. Mesa takes its guests on a culinary journey around the globe – the perfect place to visit with friends, share bites and stories together and make magical memories. Although the restaurant itself is already almost fully booked, the whole Mesa Gardens area is inspired by its philosophy and open to all. So drop by and enjoy dishes inspired by this worldwide gathering of tastes!
GOURMET VEGAN The celebrity chefs of the Wußler family are bringing high-end vegan food to the Mesa Garden, underlining that you don’t need meat for a culinary treat. The Wußlers run the well-known restaurant Ponyhof and are the people behind the culinary platform ChefsTalk, making them world-famous names in the industry. They are curating a top-shelf vegan offer, and that’s not all: you can even opt for a special wine tasting experience with a personal sommelier along with your food!
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SOLO VIDA Bonding lives… Magically
Solo Vida is a premium sparkling wine, made especially for Tomorrowland with the finest quality grapes — a beautiful alliance between people, nature, altitude, sunshine and traditions. Each drop of Solo Vida is something truly special, and to appreciate it to the fullest, head to the Solo Vida Wine Bar. Here you can order by the bottle, which is a piece of art in itself. A special bottle for a special moment: treat yourself and your friends and find a comfy spot, in the secret garden perhaps, to enjoy the intense, elegant and balanced notes of white fruit of this fresh and fruity sparkling wine.
TOMORROWLAND KITCHEN Two-star Michelin chef Bart de Pooter is known as a culinary inspirator, having been named Gault&Millau Chef of the Year (2012). His restaurant Pastorale got its second star in 2006 and he’s been a much-beloved part of Tomorrowland’s culinary line-up for years. Want to know why eyes light up whenever his name is on the menu? Head to his own Tomorrowland Kitchen and try some of his mostly fish-based dishes.
MESA BITES Don’t worry, Mesa won’t bite you, but you can bite into Mesa bites. This year, Mesa has invited some of their cuisine-companions to join them in offering four different food experiences. One of these bites is prepared by Thomas Van der Flaas, a true rising star in his native country of Belgium. He’s turning 28 during his three-week stay at Tomorrowland, but he is already at the helm of his own renowned restaurant: Thomas Van der Flaas runs Seir and is part of ‘Remember the Name’, a talent pool supported by Tomorrowland. All you need to do is taste a bite of his master dishes to understand why. Run to Thomas’ stand at the Mesa Garden for the most picturesque slow-cooked pork cheek glazed with lemongrass and baked langoustine that you can imagine.
S P E C I A L M E AT C U T S De Laet is a well-known name in the region amongst all meat lovers. Strongly focussed on specialty meats, The Butcher brings the craft back to its essence. With a range of fine artisan cuts, their delicacies are carefully selected. Looking for not just any, but the finest selection of meat available? Head to The Butcher and he will be able to tell you all about it.
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CLASSY CONVERSATION STARTERS High-end dining comes with sophisticated tête-à-têtes. Here are some conversation starters to spark a posh chat!
“No wonder the food here is so amazing; the first international copy of the Michelin Guide was published in Belgium in 1904!”
“Crazy but intriguing: not all wine is vegan! But I don’t discriminate, do you?”
“Your dessert looks lovely. In Mayan times, cacao beans were used as currency and considered to be worth more than gold dust. I like both chocolate and gold though, what about you?”
“Rumour has it that there are over 10,000 acres of Grenache vineyards in China.”
“Did you know ‘wagyu’ just means ‘Japanese cow’? Do you prefer Kobe Beef or Kobe Bryant?”
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JOIN THE MARCH Thursday isn’t just any day in the enchanted city of DreamVille; it is Gathering day! If you’re looking to get the best view of it and experience some surprising moments, head straight to the Red Bull Basecamp. We can’t divulge all the details yet, but a unique stage selfie is guaranteed!
A massive amount of effort is involved in bringing the worlds of Tomorrowland to life every year, and everyone should be able to enjoy the festival and DreamVille decorations to the fullest. Please take good care of it; no touching, climbing, ‘borrowing’ or breaking anything!
Once the Gathering is done and dusted, and the gates to the Holy Grounds open up, Red Bull is also set to give you wings with a whole new Tomorrowland ritual. Every festival day at 13h30 sharp, come together at the Basecamp, from where a full-on marching band will escort you to the festival site. Join the party and arrive on-site with your hands already up and your hips swinging – all thanks to the marching band’s upliftings guidance. The only downside? You might find yourself unintentionally tooting an imaginary horn, swaying to the rhythms of your dreams or fist-pumping into the air for the rest of the week. The Red Bull Basecamp is opened on Thursday from 13h00-01h00, and on Friday-Sunday from 10h00-14h00.
A CAPITAL FESTIVAL The seeds for Core Festival, a collaboration between Tomorrowland and Rock Werchter, were planted back in 2017 when the Core stage first appeared in Boom. The concept: a platform for sonic creativity by the best electronic artists with a focus on techno. One thing led to another, and the first Core Festival saw the light just two months ago, in May 2022. For the event, the concept of the Core stage was extended to include more genres of club music as well as hip-hop, with a line-up including artists such as Jamie XX, Nas, Jungle, Paul Kalkbrenner, Peggy Gou, Caribou, Fatima Yamaha, Action Bronson, Mura Masa, Lous and the Yakuza, The Blaze, Denzel Curry, SOHN, Sylvie Kreusch and Cellini. The critically and publically acclaimed first edition welcomed 40,000 visitors across two days, who enjoyed not only the best in forward-thinking music, but also state of the art sound and light installations as well as exquisite food from various global cuisines. Naturally, the splendid first edition of Core Festival was only the beginning of a journey, and the next edition is already one to look forward to. It will take place in Osseghem Park on 27 and 28 May 2023 in Brussels, Belgium. Secure your tickets now through corefestival.com.
REMEMBER THE NAME When you put together ‘Tomorrowland’ and ‘upcoming talent’, your first (and only?) association might be ‘music’. But there is so much more to Tomorrowland than only music, it is the total package; from culinary surprises to magnificent artwork, from the beautiful People of Tomorrow to the rawest, unreleased tracks and from mind-blowing artists to the best apparel to take home. That’s why Tomorrowland invited talents from four different industries to become part of Remember the Name, their very own talent pool. This year’s pool includes Food Talent, restaurant owner and chef Thomas Van der Flaas; the bold and colourful Art Talent Jamel Armand; creative jack-of-all-trades Manon Boertien as Fashion Talent; and Music Talent Azteck, an established producer become DJ. The group first met at Tomorrowland Winter and they have been sharing their adventure with the world ever since. Via rememberthename. tomorrowland.com, you can learn all about Jamel, Thomas, Azteck and Manon and keep track of their special Tomorrowland assignments. Will they make their professional dreams come true this year? Tune in!
INTRODUCING: TRACK OF THE DAY Every single day, we will select a new tune from the mighty Tomorrowland Music catalogue for you to enjoy: the Track of the Day. Discover the first one by scanning the code and watch out for a new one tomorrow! Goodboys - Jack Flip Jack Flip is a stompin’ modern take on Chicago and acid house, dipped in a wall of delay for enhanced otherworldly vibes. The track is the latest by Joshua Grimmett and Ethan Shore aka Goodboys, the London-based production duo behind some of the catchiest tech house to hit the floors as of late. They will be playing a very special set this Friday in a new secret area of the Holy Grounds.... 24
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House music is a feeling, and the same goes for any of the other genres of electronic music that are to be enjoyed at Tomorrowland. Music is what unites us, the People of Tomorrow, more than anything else. So get ready for it: in this section of today’s newspaper, you’ll read everything you didn’t realise you always wanted to know about the world’s most incredible DJs and producers. Reading artist bios and interviews, and studying Tomorrowland’s official timetable, is the best way to prepare yourself for the sonic splendour that awaits at the Holy Grounds. Enjoy!
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Initially launched as a temporary project to celebrate Tomorrowland’s 15-year anniversary, One World Radio ended up staying in our lives forever. Over the past few years, the official sound of Tomorrowland never stopped entertaining and educating us when the going got tough and now that we’re back to partying in real life, it is still here to enhance our lives as ravers. Over the course of the three weeklong Tomorrowland season, One World Radio will broadcast live from the various stages. What’s more, the station has a real premiere this year as the studio is now located where the action is: on the festival site itself ! As People of Tomorrow, you will be able to walk right into the studio to become part of the magic yourself.
WORLD 2022’s Tomorrowland edition is the first one in Boom since 2019 and during the years in between, radio in general and One World Radio in particular has played a very important role in many of our lives. Whilst some of you may have suffered hardships, music and radio has always been there, remaining a source of inspiration for everyone who loves partying. We all knew we’d party again one day and One World Radio was always there to remind us of that joyful fact. “We were a beacon of hope,” says Adam K, who presents the daily afternoon show United Through Music. “It’s a special feeling to be listening to a radio show, it somehow feels like you’re doing the same thing as other people at the same time.” Adam, along with his fellow presenters at One World Radio, took on great responsibilities during the pandemic, keeping people sane. Now that it’s all over, it’s time to enjoy life to the fullest again. That doesn’t come with great changes for Adam: “I’ve not been off air a
single day since we started the station over three years ago. You’re never more than a few hours away from Adam K, is what I always say to people.” With his daily six-hour show on the station, we can safely take Adam’s word for it.
stages including Core, Freedom, Cage and of course the Mainstage is also included. From 10 p.m. until the last fireworks light up the sky, One World Radio will broadcast the Mainstage performances without interruption.
With regular shows like The Daybreak Session, named after the first slot on Tomorrowland’s Mainstage, One World Radio is very closely connected to the festival throughout the year. The programming on the station is set to be even more special during the Tomorrowland weekends, when it’s the only platform to broadcast the legendary opening party The Gathering on Thursday. From Friday to Sunday then, Justin Wilkes will be on studio duty between midday and 5 p.m., before Adam K takes over for another five hours of live broadcasting. As always, the programming will be a mix of interviews with many of the performing artists as well as lots of People of Tomorrow passing by. Live footage from the various
One World Radio’s most exciting new feature for 2022 is a brand new studio, built on Tomorrowland’s Holy Grounds, more or less between the Rave Cave and Harbour House, adjacent to the watchtower. Not only has the studio been built right where the action is, it is also publicly accessible to anyone. So don’t be shy: walk in to say hi and wave to the people you used to know only by the sound of their voice! The times when Justin, Adam and all of the other presenters spent their days in anonymity are now anout to be over, as you’ll soon be able to put a face to the names you know from One World Radio. As Adam K puts it: “We’ll be like goldfish in a fishbowl and you know what, I’m looking forward to it!” Listen to One World Radio via tomorrowland.com or via the Tomorrowland App, wherever you are and whenever you want.
RADIO Who doesn’t like a poll? It’s almost that time of the year
EXCITING: WHO WILL TOP THE IBIZA 500 CHARTS IN 2022?
for One World Radio listeners to vote for their all-time favourite Ibiza anthems. Each year, One World Radio suggests a longlist for you to choose from. The list is meant as a source of inspiration and everyone is free to pick tunes that aren’t on the list. To get you started, we asked One World Radio host Adam K to list his all time favourite Ibiza anthems. Here goes:
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SURPRISE 23H15 - 00H00
SURPRISE 22H30 - 23H15
REGI VS YVES V 21H45 - 22H30
MATTN 21H00 - 21H45
D’ANGELLO & FRANCIS 20H15 - 21H00
ROBERT FALCON 19H30 - 20H15
MEAGHAN 18H45 - 19H30
DOUBLE PLEASURE 18H00 - 18H45
ODSSEY 17H15 - 18H00
ALEXANDER MERLIN 16H30 - 17H15
YAMO 15H45 - 16H30
DELAFINO 15H00 - 16H30
PRINZ 14H15 - 15H00
NEDERHAND 13H30 - 14H15
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A P R E - PA RT Y OF GRAND PROPORTIONS Some people play it smart and you are one of them! You’ve come early, to slowly get used to your new life. It’s set to change forever, after all, starting with these four days ahead. Once you’ve pitched your tent, you simply must head to the ultimate warm-up party: The Gathering. This is where you’ll hear the first snares, beats, riffs and drops! Beware, though, as this warm-up session is much bigger than many other regular events in their entirety... For several years now, the Dreamville gates have opened on Thursday to spread the traffic a little and to give you time to find your way around. Once everyone’s arrived, it’s time to explore and that’s when you’ll come across a glorious stage in full Tomorrowland style. It’s not that you’ll find any spoilers to the real thing here, but the stage at The Gathering certainly feels like Tomorrowland in every way imaginable. Call it the quiet before the storm, if you will – though ‘quiet’ is a relative notion here. This is the typical thing that happens to people
who arrive at DreamVille on Thursday: by arriving early they think they’ll take it slow to start with, but they generally end up having a hell of a good time at the dance floor before they know it. Musically, The Gathering brings the best of the rave history Belgium has to offer, and with a rich heritage of clubs such as Cafe d’Anvers and La Rocca plus labels like R&S and Bonzai, that really is a lot. DJs playing The Gathering this year include Double Pleasure, Regi vs. Yves V, and a number of surprise acts that are set to drop a jaw or two. 27
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MARTIN GARRIX Animals made him an instant star when it dropped back in 2013 and Martin Garrix has never left the building since. A star so popular you could think of him as the Justin Bieber of EDM, he’s also an excellent and open-minded DJ, always keen to add new flavours to his sets and productions. That sense of excitement means he simply has to come back every time.
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Tomorrowland is a hotbed of creativity, the place where the world’s best DJs and performers flourish like nowhere else. And it wouldn’t be that way without the People of Tomorrow, the dedicated fans travelling from all over the world to enjoy the best music. This weekend is the highlight of the year for the artists playing for that very reason. With some of them, the chemistry is so strong that they are asked to return year after year – recharging them as well as you with enough love and madness to make it to the next edition easily. Here’s why some of them are at the Holy Grounds to stay.
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SUnNERY JAMES & RYAN MARCIANO These two DJ/producers from Amsterdam play house music, but not as you know it. Sunnery and Ryan somehow manage to make everything sound bigger, better and bolder than their peers. Add to that a healthy dose of funk and a sprinkling of suspense and there you have it: Sunnery James & Ryan Marciano in a nutshell.
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Charlotte is simply in a league of her own. Unlike many of her techno peers, she manages to mesmerise techno heads and casual fans alike with her incredible energy and banging taste in big-room belters. Now, you may be tired after raving every once in a while, but never after a Charlotte de Witte gig. You’ll feel more alive than ever instead.
It’s just like with old friends. You’ve not seen each other for years, but when you do see each other again, it’s all good. The king of uplifting EDM was a mainstay at Tomorrowland for years, then took a welldeserved break, and he’s back in 2022 to celebrate the fact that Rebels Never Die. Let’s bring it on!
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It’s not just because the master of Dutch house is (almost) ten feet tall that he’s a Tomorrowland household name. More than anything, Nick van de Wall understands the art of reinventing himself. He’s done big EDM tracks, but he still loves his house music and as Kapuchon, he’s a techno artist to be reckoned with. It’s that versatile energy that Tomorrowland just can’t do without.
It’s a family affair! Olivia and Miriam Nervo have been enjoying music together all of their lives and it shows when they bang out their euphoric cuts on stage. NERVO have a kind of sixth sense which helps them become one with their crowds. Have you ever seen tens of thousands of smiling faces at a single time? NERVO play Tomorrowland three times this year, and for good reason!
Still a relatively new ‘kid’ on the block, this famous Italian businessmanDJ certainly isn’t a teenager anymore. Never mind his age though, Vacchi takes credits for bringing unexpected Latin flavours to Ibiza, and that’s just what he’s been doing at Tomorrowland for the past few years. Gianluca is a hit and he knows it!
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These Belgo-Greek brothers from the same mother are arguably the most recognisable Tomorrowland icons. The two have ranked No. 1 on DJ Mag’s Top 100 DJs list before, and it’s not hard to see why… Where else do you see crowds sing along and jump around like you do at a Dimi & Mike set?
Original Swedish House Mafia member Axwell clearly has the X factor, something that somehow can’t be replicated. His talent for creating drama on the dance floor – in the best pour-your-hear-out, sing-along way, of course – is unrivalled, and it’s exactly that gift that makes him a master of his trade and the quintessential Tomorrowland artist.
Californian master entertainer Steve Aoki brings West Coast bravery to Boom. Initially known to always celebrate his birthday by throwing cakes in people’s faces, we now know this passionate skateboarder always brings a box full of surprises and Tomorrowland wouldn’t be Tomorrowland without this man’s cheeky energy.
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ARMIN VAN BUUREN Armin van Buuren, trance music’s longest-lasting hero, played Tomorrowland’s very first edition back in 2005 and remains a source of inspiration for people around the world. Always smiling, friendly and positive, this utterly likeable man is capable of lifting his crowds up like very few in this world can.
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FRIDAY DAYBREAK SESSIONS
MAINSTAGE
Youphoria
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Headhunterz
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Closing
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Korsakoff
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Vini Vici
23h00 - 00h00
Major Lazer Soundsystem
23h50 - 00h50
Paul Elstak
23h00 - 00h00
Morten
22h00 - 23h00
Hardwell
22h50 - 23h50
The Viper
22h00 - 23h00
Fedde Le Grand
21h00 - 22h00
Armin van Buuren
21h45 - 22h45
Panic
21h00 - 22h00
Topic
20h00 - 21h00 19h00 - 20h00
Fisher
20h40 - 21h40
Bass Chaserz
20h00 - 21h00
SICKICK
Afrojack b2b R3hab
19h40 - 20h40
Deepack
19h00 - 20h00
De Jeugd van Tegenwoordig 18h00 - 19h00
Reinier Zonneveld LIVE
18h40 - 19h40
The Darkraver
18h00 - 19h00
Mariana Bo
17h00 - 18h00
Robin Schulz
17h35 - 18h35
Ransom
16h45 - 18h00
Chico Rose
16h00 - 17h00
Opening Ceremony
17h30 -
Pat B
15h30 - 16h45
Lovra
15h00 - 16h00
17h35
B Jones
16h30 - 17h30
Outsiders
14h30 - 15h30
Peter Luts
13h30 - 15h00
Matisse & Sadko
15h30 - 16h30
Geck-O
13h30 - 14h30
B’elle
12h00 - 13h30
Yves Deruyter
14h30 - 15h30
Jones
12h30 - 13h30
Daybreak Session: Jamie Jones
MC DL 12h00 - 14h30
FREEDOM
PIV
FREEDOM by Budweiser ERIC PRYDZ presents HOLO
Artmann
22h00 - 00h00
23h15 - 00h45
Prunk b2b M-high
20h00 - 22h00
The idea behind the Daybreak Sessions is as follows: world class veteran DJs are invited to play an extended session with lower BPMs, packed with jams they usually don’t get to play out in clubs. It’s a concept so unique, One World Radio even named its breakfast show after it. Whilst the sessions are all about easing into the day, this first one of 2022 is far from casual. With a wide range of activities on his resume including heading the Hot Creations label, curating his own Paradise events series, and being a core member of the wildly eclectic group Hot Natured, playing a Daybreak Session will be right up Jamie Jones’s alley. A lot of the electronic music we listen and move to these days feels warm, positive and melodic and is miles away from the harsher, more minimal styles that people used to associate the genre with. One of the architects of that sound is – you’ve guessed it – Jamie Jones. His love for house, deep house and wide knowledge of the history of pop music is always noticeable while he plays his techno. This man clearly doesn’t think in terms of genres. Instead, he blends his favourite abstract club sounds with vocal cuts such as Darius Syrossian’s White Rabbit, a dance floor version of the classic track by legendary San Francisco band Jefferson Airplane. Expect a set where house and techno are the ‘teachers’, with lots of hints and snippets of interesting musical genres of the past. So make your way to the Mainstage early to step onto the dancefloor, have breakfast there and learn more about the history of music while you listen to the incredible Mr. Jamie Jones!
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20h00 - 23h00
Cøpal
17h00 - 20h00
Anda Luz
14h30 - 17h00
Boatman
12h00 - 14h30
changeover
23h00 -
Demarzo
18h30 - 20h00
CAGE
21h00 - 23h00
Djebali
17h00 - 18h30
COINCIDENCE
23h15
Ida Engberg
19h00 - 21h00
Iris Menza
15h30 - 17h00
SPFDJ
22h30 - 00h00
Cristoph
17h00 - 19h00
Dennis Quin
14h00 - 15h30
Volvox
20h30 - 22h30
Yotto
15h00 - 17h00
Sinjo
12h30 - 14h00
Cynthia Spiering
19h00 - 20h30
Goldfox
13h30 - 15h00
Salome
17h30 - 19h00
Kenn Colt
12h00 - 13h30
RAMPAGE
MAINSTAGE | 12H00
Andrei Stan
Joris Voorn
THE ROSE GARDEN
JAMIE JONES
LEAF by JBL
MESA GARDENS
KARA SAVI
Klaudia Gawlas
16h00 - 17h30
KARA SAVI
Insolate
14h30 - 16h00
Psytox
13h00 - 14h30
Tinlicker
23h30 - 00h55
Eli & Fur
22h00 - 23h30
Eptic
23h00 - 00h00
Spencer Brown
20h30 - 22h00
SASASAS
22h00 - 23h00
Marsh
19h00 - 20h30
Virtual Riot
21h00 - 22h00
Rebecca & Fiona
17h30 - 19h00
Murdock
20h00 - 21h00
Lauren Mia
16h00 - 17h30
Apashe
19h00 - 20h00
Jerro
14h30 - 16h00
Maduk
18h00 - 19h00
Reygel
12h30 - 14h30
Fox Stevenson
17h00 - 18h00
Franky Nuts & Oliverse
16h00 - 17h00
ATMOSPHERE
USED
15h00 - 16h00
KNTXT
Andromedik
14h00 - 15h00
Charlotte de Witte
23h00 - 01h00
Glockz
13h00 - 14h00
Enrico Sangiuliano
21h00 - 23h00
MC Mota
Chris Liebing
19h00 - 21h00
HARBOUR HOUSE
Indira Paganotto
17h00 - 19h00
ONYVAA
15h00 - 17h00
One Track Brain b2b OGENN
13h00 - 15h00
RADIO ULTRA MODERN Bobalicious
23h00 - 01h00
Puri
21h00 - 23h00
CORE
Rick & James 80’s Party
19h00 - 21h00
CORE presents Printworks
Assia MK
17h30 - 19h00
Seth Troxler
23h00 - 01h00
Olivier Gosseries
16h00 - 17h30
Kevin Saunderson
21h00 - 23h00 19h00 - 21h00
Fuzz
15h00 - 16h00
DJ Holographic
Fuzz B2B OB1
14h00 - 15h00
Jaden Thompson
17h00 - 19h00
OB1
13h00 - 14h00
A Local Hero
15h00 - 17h00
Nick Bril
13h00 - 15h00
THE RAVE CAVE
THE LIBRARY | 18H00
LIVE
CRYSTAL GARDEN
Krankenhaus Mosoo
23h00 - 00h00
DIPLO’S HIGHER GROUND
BRÖDER
21h30 - 23h00
John Summit
22h30 - 00h00
Lemakuhlar
20h00 - 21h30
DIPLO
20h30 - 22h30
Human Rias
18h30 - 20h00
Vintage Culture
19h00 - 20h30
Kimman
17h00 - 18h30
SIDEPIECE
17h30 - 19h00
Jeroen Delodder
16h00 - 17h00
LP Giobbi
16h00 - 17h30
Maxmoody
15h00 - 16h00
Guz
14h00 - 16h00
WLC
14h00 - 15h00
Elliot Fitch
12h00 - 14h00
Krankenhaus Selektion
13h00 - 14h00
Gaspard
12h00 - 13h00
Reinier Zonneveld
CASA CORONA SIRKUS
MOOSE BAR
Family B2B
20h30 - 22h00
Jensen
18h30 - 20h30
21h00 - 00h00
Denie
16h30 - 18h30
MOOSE Jeroen Visser
DE JEUGD VAN TEGENWOORDIG
Lorenz Buffel
20h00 - 21h00
Goulash
14h30 - 16h30
Mr E
16h00 - 20h00
The Brown Collectiv
12h30 - 14h30
Michael More
12h00 - 16h00
MAINSTAGE | 18H40
LIVE
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HARDWELL 22H50 | 23H50 2022 marks the return of the great Hardwell, the former number one DJ in the world who helped shape the EDM genre as we know it. The Dutch producer announced his indefinite break from releasing and touring just under four years ago to focus on his personal life. Hardwell’s fans always knew the break wouldn’t be forever, as he’s always insisted on “coming back stronger.” The title of Hardwell’s upcoming album fits neatly into that picture; ‘Rebels Never Die’ - out September 16th - will represent the Hardwell we all know combined with new flavours that feel like the twenty-twenties through and through. Hardwell’s long-awaited return to Tomorrowland will be a legendary one, a set that will no doubt radiate with his love for the People of Tomorrow.
You’ve so far released several singles off your new album. Will fans In what way has your approach to music changed since your Tomorrowland is back and the People of Tomorrow are more who know your style through and through be able to recognise break? In other words, how is the musical career of Hardwell 2.0 excited than ever. What does it feel like to play the festival again some tracks that have not yet been released during your set? going to be different from the 1.0 version? this year? “Possibly. I still have more singles coming out from the album, and “I’m also really excited about returning. It’s been a strange couple of I’m still making unique edits and new versions of tracks, years for everyone, so to get back to normal and party so my show is going to be something very special for the with the fans at Tomorrowland feels extra special. It’s Tomorrowland fans!” exciting to be returning to the Mainstage with a new show for the fans. It’s going to be a very memorable “The name is a reflection of my inner feeling. I want to keep You’ve made a brand-new Spaceman edit that we’re occasion!” pushing the boundaries and take the music to new places.” all hoping to hear during your set. How did it come about? The words Rebels Never Die seem to refer to your “Like I said, it’s a new version of me, but there is still that break and your eventual return. Is that right? Can core of the old Hardwell too. I’m proud of all the music you tell us something more about it? I’ve made over the years and big room is still a part of who I am. So “Well, the style is very different, but the core of all the music is still “The name is a reflection of my inner feeling. I don’t want to confirm that was something I wanted to add because it felt like a perfect fit.” me. The music has taken a new tougher route and it draws on a lot of what it refers to. I want to keep pushing the boundaries and take the my early influences, so fans will be experiencing a new version of me. music to new places.” What else have you got in mind for your set at Tomorrowland? So yeah, think Hardwell 2.0 with a whole new show.” Why should people drop everything to make sure they’ll witness One of the catchphrases related to your return to the scene is: “I’m your set? What did you miss the most during your years away from the DJ booth? gonna show you who I truly am.” Can you elaborate a little on that? “Like every year, you have to go to Tomorrowland with something “I missed the fans a lot! That feeling of being on stage and partying “This is a new chapter and so I want to give fans the real me. From BIG! I’ve been working on a singular set, so expect something with the fans means so much to me.” the music to the entire show production, it’s me taking everything to magical!” a new level.”
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FOCUS ON INCREDIBLE
SATURDAY DAYBREAK SESSIONS
MAINSTAGE
THE RAVE CAVE
CRYSTAL GARDEN
REFLECTION OF LOVE
We Play House
NETSKY & FRIENDS
Closing
00h50 - 01h00
Sheridan
23h00 - 01h00
Kayzo
23h30 - 00h30
Alesso
23h50 - 00h50
Julie Marghilano
21h00 - 23h00
Netsky
22h30 - 23h30
Dimitri Vegas & Like Mike
22h50 - 23h50
Psytox
19h00 - 21h00
SUB FOCUS DJ SET & ID
21h30 - 22h30
Timmy Trumpet
21h45 - 22h45
Red D
17h00 - 19h00
Bou
20h30 - 21h30 19h30 - 20h30
Sunnery James & Ryan Marciano 20h40 - 21h40
Geheimzinnig Soundsystem
15h00 - 17h00
Koven
Maceo Plex
19h40 - 20h40
Lenny
13h00 - 15h00
What So Not
18h30 - 19h30
Alok
18h40 - 19h40
17h30 - 18h30
Yves V
17h35 - 18h35
LEAF by JBL
MONTELL2099 Moore Kismet
16h30 - 17h30
Opening Ceremony
17h30 -
SHOMI
Flava D
15h30 - 16h30
Quintino
16h30 - 17h30
Delafino
22h00 - 00h00
SIREN
14h30 - 15h30
Dombresky b2b Noizu
15h30 - 16h30
The Magician
20h30 - 22h00
Captain Bass
13h00 - 14h30
Cat Dealers
14h30 - 15h30
Sam Divine
19h00 - 20h30
DJ Licious
17h30 - 19h00
THE LIBRARY
12h00 - 14h30
Danny Howard
16h00 - 17h30
R3HAB
00h00 - 01h00
Elenore
15h00 - 16h00
Nicky Romero
23h00 - 00h00
Mr. Grammy
13h30 - 15h00
W&W
22h00 - 23h00
Matthew Clarck
12h30 - 13h30
Mike Williams
21h00 - 22h00
Regi
20h00 - 21h00
Ofenbach
19h00 - 20h00
Sick Individuals
18h00 - 19h00
17h35
Daybreak Session Laidback Luke presENTS Wayback Luke
FREEDOM Q-DANCE
MCs Sakso, Iljac, Robbie Rise
Sefa
00h00 - 01h00
Warface
23h00 - 00h00
KARA SAVI
Gunz For Hire
22h15 - 23h00
GLITTERBOX
Frequencerz & Rejecta
21h15 -
22h15
Harry Romero
Sub Zero Project
20h30 -
21h15
Renessaince of Rave
Da Tweekaz
Laidback Luke
presENTS Wayback Luke
MAINSTAGE | 12H00
19h30 - 20h30
Probably the most admired EDM DJ among underground music heads, there’s a reason for the peculiar position between mainstream and indie scenes that Laidback Luke holds. He first started getting into dance music during the early nineties when various genres of electronic music including techno, trance and house were championed at the very same raves. The sounds soon started to become associated with different scenes and fan bases with widely diverging lifestyles and views on life. Never one for pigeonholing practices, Luke simply kept that versatile approach to loving and playing music, so when EDM came along, he also embraced the grandness of the sound. Due to his extensive musical knowledge, Laidback Luke’s sets are stuffed with goodies from all genres and eras, with various intensities and tempos. Luke and electronic music of all kinds go way back and that’s why this performance is set to be a one-of-a-kind Daybreak Session that is not to be missed.
17h00 - 18h00
Brian Van Andel
16h00 - 17h00
Simon Dunmore
21h00 - 22h30
Malkin
15h00 - 16h00
Purple Disco Machine
19h30 - 21h00
Marsal Ventura
13h30 - 15h00
18h00 - 19h30
Lou8
12h00 - 13h30
Hard Driver
18h30 - 19h30
Mark With a K & MC Chucky (live)
18h00 - 18h30
Coone
17h00 - 18h00
Sound Rush
16h00 - 17h00
Devin Wild
15h00 - 16h00
ATMOSPHERE
KELTEK
14h00 - 15h00
AFTERLIFE
MANDY
13h00 - 14h00
Tale Of Us
23h00 - 01h00
Sephyx
12h00 - 13h00
Stephan Bodzin
22h00 - 23h00
Vibe Tribe
18h30 - 19h30
Adriatique
20h00 - 22h00
Coming Soon
17h15 - 18h30
Mathame
18h00 - 20h00
HI Profile
16h00 -
Kevin de Vries
16h00 - 18h00
Fabio Fusco
14h45 - 16h00
Axel Haube
13h00 - 16h00
John 00 Fleming
13h30 - 14h45
Domi Re
12h30 - 13h30
MC Villain
Daybreak sessions have slowly become an institution at Tomorrowland over the years. The concept: experienced DJs who are normally scheduled to play at peak time are invited to warm up like they used to in the early days of their careers. But with all the experience and musical knowledge they’ve gathered over the years, these warm-up sessions aren’t the support sets they used to play back in the day. Expect something like an overview of the music they like or a more chilled-out set. First one up this year is Laidback Luke.
BYOR 22h30 - 00h55
THE ROSE GARDEN BONZAI Bonzai All Stars
23h00 - 01h00
The Shapeshifters Katie Goodman
16h00 - 18h00
Jeroen Delodder
14h00 - 16h00
Youphoria
Juul Pence
12h30 - 14h00
PSYGATHERING
Santini ft. Quatretemps (live) 22h00 - 23h00
CORE
Yves Deruyter
Âme
21h00 - 22h00
Franky Kloeck
20h00 - 21h00
Patrice Bäumel
21h00 - 23h00
19h00 - 20h00
Brina Knauss
19h00 - 21h00
DJ Ghost
18h00 - 19h00
Dino Lenny
17h00 - 19h00
Jan Vervloet
17h00 - 18h00
Aldebaran
15h00 - 17h00
Capoon
13h00 - 15h00
Airwave
16h00 - 17h00 14h30 - 16h00
Greg S
13h00 - 14h30
HARBOUR HOUSE RADIO ULTRA MODERN
Cheb Runner
20h30 - 22h00
Rebel Up
19h30 -
Merdan Taplak
17h00 - 19h30
0h30
DJ Flash
23h00 - 01h00
Kurt Overbergh
15h30 - 17h00
Soul Shakers
21h00 - 23h00
Omar Dahl
14h00 - 15h30
Kobe Louis Charles
12h30 - 14h00
B-KAY
19h00 - 21h00
Rakesh aka Blackjack9000
17h00 - 19h00
Daddy K
16h00 - 17h00
MOOSE BAR
Nicki Sanchez
15h00 - 16h00
MOOSE
DJ NC
13h00 - 15h00
Tom Cosyns
20h00 - 00h00
Kurt Verheyen
17h00 - 20h00
Jan V
12h00 - 17h00
STAR WARZ Skylark
23h00 - 00h00
Alix Perez
22h00 - 23h00
MESA GARDENS
Kyrist
21h00 - 22h00
Maxi Meraki
20h00 - 23h00
Artificial Intelligence
20h00 - 21h00
Primal Instinct
17h00 - 20h00
Phase
19h00 - 20h00
Akira
15h00 - 17h00
Bredren
18h00 - 19h00
Neyha
12h00 - 15h00
Scepticz b2b SvB
17h00 - 18h00
One87
16h00 - 17h00
Lavance
15h00 - 16h00
BenOneShot & Sisley
14h00 - 15h00
22h15 - 23h45
Skazi
21h00 -
22h15
Firaga vs. Somnia vs. Synsun 19h30 - 21h00
17h15
CASA CORONA MERDAN TAPLAK PRESENTS HAYDIi
MC Reign + MC Pyro
23h45 - 00h50
Infected Mushroom
23h00 - 01h00
Jones & Stephenson
DJ Jan
Bliss
Mark With a K & MC Chucky FREEDOM | 18H00
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DA TWEEKAZ 19H30 | 21H15 Da Tweekaz’ Kenth Kvien and Marcus Nordli, informally known as the ‘Kings of Cheese’, sit on the melodic end of the hardstyle spectrum. Their euphoric, uplifting melodies stand in stark contrast to the heavy-hitting beats they throw at their audiences again and again when they reach one of their many sonic climaxes. On stage, the two of them work well together as a team. As one of them mixes in the next tune, the other will make time to interact with one of the crazy dancers near the stage. How do they get their crazy job done? Let’s find out more. How do you guys feel about finally returning to Tomorrowland after 3 years? “Let’s just say that we have been rewatching the 2019 video on YouTube a lot of times... We can’t wait to finally reunite with the People of Tomorrow!”
and Mental Theo, we grew up in Norway discovering acts like Darren Styles, Scott Brown and Hixxy from the UK happy hardcore scene. Although this is somewhat different from the Dutch style, the two genres share the same uplifting high-tempo beats with lots of happiness and energy. We remember throwing houseparties until the early morning hours, blasting happy hardcore through the speakers and waking up the whole neighbourhood. Good times!”
come about? “The vocals from White Lines landed in our inbox suddenly one day, and we were instantly hooked. The song itself was created in just a couple of days, as the creative juices were flowing from start to finish.”
Hardstyle has been with us for a quarter of a century now. How do you see the future of the genre? You were invited to host your own stage in Weekend 2. How does “What we love so much about hardstyle is that it is constantly evolvit feel to be able to do that? ing and always pushing boundaries. It’s just an extreme“Tweekamania at Tomorrowland is going to be ly diverse genre of music. The future of hardstyle is as complete madness! It’s such an honour to be able to bright as it can be, with a constant flow of new talents host our very own stage. We’ve invited some of our “Even some of the major EDM DJs are dropping hardstyle in hitting the scene and an extremely dedicated following. closest colleagues, and it will be a day full of craziness. Even some of the major EDM DJs are dropping hardWe’ll have some surprises in store as well, so we hope a their sets now, which means that the only way is up!” style in their sets now, which means that the only way lot of people will be there to enjoy it!” is up!” How did you select the artists for the stage? Are you You’ll be playing the Q-dance stage today, and next weekfriends with most of them? end you have your own stage and a Mainstage performance. What will Do you ever listen to quiet, tranquil music in your spare time, and “We’ve handpicked this line-up to give the crowd the ultimate Hard be the difference between the sets? if so, what do you listen to? Dance experience at Tomorrowland. We absolutely consider all “Our philosophy for these sets is quite simple – play for the crowd “Although we love the harder styles of dance music, our music taste of the artists to be good friends. We have something for everyone in front of you. During our Tweekamania hosting we will play a goes far beyond that in our private life. In our spare time you might at the stage, no matter if you like your music melodic, euphoric, or dedicated set with all of our newest as well as our biggest tracks. find us listening to anything from Backstreet Boys to uptempo energetic.” During our Mainstage set we will try to keep in mind that there will hardcore. In order to keep inspired in the studio, it’s good to stay be many people who have never heard hardstyle before, so that set open-minded and listen to a broad spectrum of music genres.” You make euphoric hardstyle as well as happy hardcore. What are will be more accessible to a mainstream crowd. Either way, we intend your memories of the original happy hardcore? to bring our absolute best selves during all performances, and we can’t ‘White Lines’ has been dubbed the perfect summer hardstyle song “While people growing up in Holland and Belgium were listening to wait to party with you all!” by some and it is indeed a fantastic uplifting track. How did it Dutch happy hardcore artists such as Paul Elstak, Charly Lownoise
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PROGRAMME SUNDAY 17.07.2022
FOCUS ON GLORIOUS
SUNDAY DAYBREAK SESSIONS
MAINSTAGE
Youphoria
CASA CORONA
REFLECTION OF LOVE
MONSTERCAT
WANTED
Closing
23h55 - 00h00
JAUZ
22h30 - 23h30
Valentino Ignoto
21h00 - 22h00
Martin Garrix
22h55 - 23h55
NGHTMRE
21h30 - 22h30
$hirak
20h00 - 21h00
Marshmello
21h50 - 22h50
DJ Diesel
20h30 - 21h30
Vunzige Deuntjes Soundsystem 19h00 - 20h00
Lost Frequencies (live)
20h45 - 21h45
Sullivan King
19h30 - 20h30
Flash
18h00 - 19h00
Kölsch
19h40 - 20h40
Wooli
18h30 - 19h30
Lady S
17h00 - 18h00
NERVO
18h35 -
9h35
Gammer
17h30 - 18h30
Cham
16h00 - 17h00
Opening Ceremony
18h30 -
8h35
Kompany
16h30 - 17h30
Boramy
15h00 - 16h00
Kungs
17h30 - 18h30
MUZZ
15h30 - 16h30
Lapendo
14h00 - 15h00
Joel Corry
16h30 - 17h30
Kohmi
14h30 - 15h30
Kendis
12h30 - 14h00
MATTN
15h30 - 16h30
Vluarr
13h00 - 14h30
Pretty Pink
14h30 - 15h30
Daybreak Session: Chocolate Puma
12h00 - 14h30
23h00 - 00h00
FREEDOM
Bassjackers
22h00 - 23h00
Franky Rizardo
20h30 - 22h30
Vize
21h00 - 22h00
FREEDOM by Budweiser
Chelina Manuhutu
19h00 - 20h30
Martin Jensen
20h00 - 21h00 19h00 - 20h00
Paul Kalkbrenner
22h30 - 00h00
Toman
17h30 - 19h00
Angemi
Claptone
21h00 - 22h30
Lauren Lo Sung
16h00 - 17h30
Wolfpack
18h00 - 19h00
Meduza
19h30 - 21h00
Jasper Fioole
14h30 - 6h00
Tungevaag
17h00 - 18h00
Artbat
18h00 - 19h30
Mr Joy
12h30 - 14h30
16h00 - 17h00 15h00 - 16h00
Arodes
14h00 - 15h00
Carl Nunes
13h00 - 14h00
D-Wayne
12h00 - 13h00
16h30 - 18h00
Nico Morano
15h00 - 16h30
KARA SAVI
LUMINØUZ
13h30 - 15h00
CAFEINA
Emjie
12h00 - 13h30
Marko De La Rocca
22h30 - 23h55
Neon
21h30 - 22h30
Younes
20h30 - 21h30
MESA GARDENS
Tofke
19h30 - 20h30
Andrei Stan
Pat Krimson
18h30 - 19h30
Dave Lambert b2b Tach Cremer 17h00 - 20h00
22h00 - 23h00
20h00 - 23h00
Thomas Gold
21h00 - 22h00
Roma
17h00 - 18h30
Ralpheus
15h00 - 17h00
Sandro Silva
20h00 - 21h00
Gee
16h00 - 17h00
TBA
12h00 - 15h00
Dada Life
19h00 - 20h00
X-ian & Joeri
15h00 - 16h00
Yves V
18h00 - 19h00
Bocain & Notoir
14h00 - 15h00
17h00 - 18h00
Soulcity
12h30 - 14h00
Regi
16h00 - 17h00
Romeo Blanco
15h00 - 16h00
ATMOSPHERE
Dimaro
14h00 - 15h00
DRUMCODE
Mystique
12h30 - 14h00
HARBOUR HOUSE RADIO ULTRA MODERN
Adam Beyer
22h00 - 00h00
Joseph Capriati
20h30 - 22h00
ANNA
19h00 - 20h30
Bart Skils b2b Monika Kruse 17h00 - 19h00
Rakesh aka Blackjack9000
22h00 - 00h00
Joyhauser
bubba
20h30 - 22h00
Lilly Palmer
14h00 - 15h30
Lady S
18h30 - 20h30
Olivier Weiter
12h30 - 14h00
15h30 - 17h00
Omdat Het Kan Soundsystem 17h00 - 18h30 ft. Average Rob
CORE
El Bacha
15h00 - 17h00
CORE presents ELLUM
DJ Shake ‘N Bake
13h00 - 15h00
Marcel Dettmann
22h00 - 00h00
LOST FREQUENCIES
Maceo Plex
19h00 - 22h00
DJ Seinfeld
17h00 - 19h00
MAINSTAGE | 20H45
CAGE FOOTWORXX
Jennifer Cardini
15h30 - 17h00
Unicorn on K
23h00 - 00h00
Melawati
14h30 - 15h30
Dimitri K
22h00 - 23h00
Betical
13h00 - 14h30
Detest
21h00 - 22h00
Tha Playah
20h00 - 21h00
CRYSTAL GARDEN
Unproven
19h00 - 20h00
SEXY BY NATURE
Estasia
18h00 - 19h00
Tchami
Sandy Warez
17h00 - 18h00
Sunnery James & Ryan Marciano 20h30 - 22h30
Agressive Noize
16h00 - 17h00
Sofi Tukker
Jimmy Twin
15h00 - 16h00
Kryder
18h00 - 19h30
Penta
14h00 - 15h00
Zonderling
16h30 - 18h00
Rayzen
12h30 - 14h00
Sem Thomasson
15h30 - 16h30
YAX.X
14h00 - 15h30
Robert Falcon
12h30 - 14h00
THE RAVE CAVE Crystal White Noise Soulcity Chiq Cassie Monta Los Bomberos Jay Bombay Bobby & Djenko
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Ilkay Sencan Le Twins & Mr Pig
Amber Broos
Bingo Players
Dutch production duo Chocolate Puma have been among the biggest on the international house scene since their rise in the early ‘90s. Using various aliases as was customary at the time, they’ve always managed to remain under the radar, even though some of the most recognisable and appreciated club hits of the past few decades are theirs. Their biggest hit may well be the percussive house track Give It Up, which leans heavily on sampled samba rhythms. A remix by Detroit’s Carl Craig, which also became a classic of its own, followed suit. During the first decades of the 21st century, the duo kept releasing banger after banger as René et Gaston, Jark Prongo, Zki & Dobre, The Goodmen and, of course, Chocolate Puma. Are you a music freak who wants to arrive well-prepared? Then make sure to check out the tracks Vallée de Larmes, Complete Control, I Wanna Be U, Rock Your Body and of course Give It Up. You may well get lucky and hear them again when these two legends come on after you’ve just had your breakfast. One thing is for sure; with such a wide range of releases under their belt, their Daybreak Session can’t be anything but very interesting and entertaining.
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Dimitri Vegas & Like Mike
Sidney Samson
Fasten your seatbelts for a super-rare opportunity to witness an exclusive daytime DJ set by two of the most underrated house music producers of the ‘90s. The second Daybreak Session of Tomorrowland 2022 is one not to miss out on!
SMASH THE HOUSE 22h30 - 00h00
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MAINSTAGE | 12H00
THE LIBRARY
Nukov & Yelmet
THE ROSE GARDEN
CHOCOLATE PUMA
LEAF by JBL
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LIVE
22h30 - 23h30 19h30 - 20h30
MOOSE BAR MOOSE Les Mecs
20h00 - 00h00
Special Guest
19h00 - 20h00
Thierry Vonderwarth
16h00 - 19h00
Funkhauser
12h00 - 16h00
Maceo Plex CORE | 18H40
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TOMORROWLAND TODAY
BELGIUM 2022
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AMBER BROOS 16H30 | 18H00 Being born into a musical family isn’t unusual for a DJ but being an electronic artist, Amber Broos has been particularly blessed: her father is a fellow DJ. It was indeed her dad who introduced Amber to the classic Belgian sounds of the ‘90s and also inspired her to become a DJ. This eventually led her to win a prize when she was still in her early teens back in 2016. The event has gone down in history as a milestone in her career and her set today at Tomorrowland will definitely qualify as another one. Let’s dive a little deeper into the unusual story of this nineteen-year-old DJ.
What does it mean for you as a young Belgian artist to play Tomorrowland for the first time? “Someone asked me what I wanted to achieve in my DJ career when I was thirteen. I said then I hoped to be playing Tomorrowland one day. I can hardly believe it’s happening now! I’ll be playing the Freedom Stage – the stage where Paul Kalkbrenner, Claptone and Artbat, artists I greatly admire for their music and their unique sound, will also be performing.” What are your first memories of Tomorrowland? “I’ve never been old enough to even enter the festival. My friends would always talk about how great it is and I was really counting down to my eighteenth birthday… and then corona came along. To be DJ’ing here before visiting as a raver feels pretty special.”
What gets you more excited, house or techno, and why? “I like both genres very much. If you’d force me to choose, I would say techno, because I love the energy of the genre. I like to build up to techno by playing some tech house though.”
snacks. Which I really appreciate when I get hungry at 4 in the morning. What I’m most happy about is my technical rider! When I first started DJ’ing, I didn’t have a rider. This led to hilarious situations where the controllers literally fell apart halfway into my set, they’d have to be stuck together with tape! That’s where I’ve come from, so I’m extra happy to be able to play with quality gear now.”
“My hospitality rider dates back to when I was fifteen,
What’s it like having a dad who’s also a DJ? You surely have a lot to talk about? “Like me, my father started DJ’ing at a very young age. He began playing at fifteen and his passion has never faded since. As a kid, I was allowed to come and listen to him from time to time, which I loved. When I was eleven, my father started a DJ school at our house. Suddenly there were young DJs coming over all the time. It didn’t take long before I, too, started DJ’ing. In terms of technical skills, my father has been my great mentor. Our discussions about music at the
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kitchen table can be called legendary. I am very happy to share my passion with someone who completely understands it.”
so I urgently need to update it...”
Which functionality on a mixer do you love the most? “I like to use the echo and space effects. These effects add an extra dimension to the music, without touching the essence of the track.” Tell us about the most essential item on your rider and why it’s so important to you? “My hospitality rider dates back to when I was fifteen, so I urgently need to update it. At the moment it still contains cola, candy and
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What’s your favourite place to DJ in the world besides Tomorrowland? “Three years ago, I had the opportunity to play in Ibiza at a club overlooking the sea. That view combined with a really crazy crowd created a very special atmosphere. This summer I will be playing Ushuaïa and I hope to have an equally memorable moment. I’m really looking forward to it!”
Why should people who read this that don’t know you come and see you here at Tomorrowland? “I don’t like to put myself in a box, because then you’re restricting yourself. This way, I’m able to really engage with my audience. My sets, where I mix new tracks and dance classics, reflect my origins. In the ‘90s, the Belgian club scene was legendary. Bonzai Records, with DJs like Yves Deruyter and M.I.K.E. Push, had its own unique electronic sound. Being a Belgian artist, I am very proud of that and I like to include a touch of that Bonzai sound in my sets.”
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