What You Didn’t Know About the Tomorrowland Top 1000 Artists

Listen from today and explore Tomorrowland’s most iconic tracks, with facts and insights on the artists behind the music.

As of today, Tomorrowland’s One World Radio starts counting down the Tomorrowland Top 1000, an overview of the most iconic tracks in the history of Tomorrowland.

The past weeks, Tomorrowland and its official radio station launched a voting poll to determine this year’s Tomorrowland Top 1000.

For the 8th year in a row, One World Radio is now taking listeners on a complete rundown of the absolute highlights of electronic music history with the grand finale and the announcement of the ultimate number 1 on 9 April 2026.

Today’s highlighted artists are Dimitri Vegas, KSHMR, Sammy Virji, Amelie Lens and Tinlicker, bringing together a range of tracks that have played an important role in shaping the global electronic music scene and the Tomorrowland experience over the years. Their tracks will be heard throughout the day.

Meet the artists of your favourite tracks

Dimitri Vegas

Dimitri Vegas & Like Mike are a Belgian-Greek DJ duo known for their association with Tomorrowland and their big room and festival-oriented productions. They gained international recognition in the early 2010s through their performances at Tomorrowland and a series of festival anthems, including the official Tomorrowland Anthem 2012, which contributed to their global profile.

Positioned at 688, the Tomorrowland Anthem 2012 was created as an official festival track and follows a big room structure designed for large-scale stages. Built around orchestral elements and a pronounced drop, it reflects the festival sound that was prominent in the early 2010s.

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KSHMR

KSHMR, real name Niles Hollowell-Dhar, is an American DJ and producer known for blending electronic music with orchestral and world music elements. He first gained attention as part of The Cataracs before launching his solo project, with tracks like “Megalodon” helping establish his identity within the EDM scene.

Positioned at 723, “My Best Life” is a collaboration with vocalist Mike Waters. The track combines melodic EDM structures with vocal-driven sections and incorporates some of the cinematic elements often associated with KSHMR’s productions. It was released in 2022.

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Sammy Virji

Sammy Virji is a UK-based DJ and producer linked to the UK garage and bass scene, recognised for incorporating swing rhythms and vocal-driven hooks into his productions.

Positioned at 745, “Summertime Blues” brings together house and UK garage influences. The track is built around a rolling bassline and vocal topline from Nathan Nicholson, reflecting a crossover between club-oriented house and UK bass styles. It was released in 2023.

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Amelie Lens

Amelie Lens is a Belgian DJ and producer associated with contemporary techno, known for fast-paced, driving sets and her involvement in the global techno circuit. She gained wider recognition in the late 2010s through releases on labels such as Lenske and performances at major festivals.

Positioned at 652, “Exhale” is a techno production characterised by a fast tempo and repetitive, driving structure. Released in 2016, the track reflects the stripped-back and rhythmic approach associated with Lens’ early releases and her EXHALE concept.

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Tinlicker

Tinlicker are a Dutch duo working within melodic house and progressive electronic music, known for combining atmospheric elements with structured songwriting. Their breakthrough came with a series of releases on Anjunadeep.

Positioned at 730, “Because You Move Me” combines melodic house elements with a clear vocal hook. Released in 2017, the track is structured around a gradual build and a restrained drop, reflecting the style associated with the Anjunadeep label and its audience.

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Did you know?

Beyond their tracks, these artists have stories that reveal unexpected sides of their journeys in electronic music. From early inspirations to memorable festival moments, here are a few fun facts:

  • Since 2010, Dimitri Vegas & Like Mike have been regular Mainstage performers at Tomorrowland.
  • KSHMR wrote “My Best Life” about the pressure of social media and how people often measure themselves against others online.
  • Sammy Virji discovered electronic music in primary school through dubstep mixes, which inspired him to start producing in GarageBand and Logic.
  • Amelie Lens prepares a lot for her every performance. Right from studying the crowd before taking over the decks to researching the artists popular in the city, she does it all to make sure that she delivers an unforgettable performance.
  • Tinlicker's track "Because You Move Me" was released in 2017, it only broke through in 2020. This was mainly due to social media like TikTok and Instagram that used the song for a holiday video trend.

Today’s selection featuring Dimitri Vegas, KSHMR, Sammy Virji, Amelie Lens and Tinlicker offers a glimpse of the diversity within the Tomorrowland Top 1000, as the list continues to unfold in the coming days.

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