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RÜFÜS DU SOL Announce Biggest-Ever European Tour, Spring 2026
GRAMMY-winning live trio RÜFÜS DU SOL will embark on their largest European headline tour to date in Spring 2026, hitting arena-scale venues across eight major cities with support from SG Lewis.
Today Grammy-winning live electronic trio RÜFÜS DU SOL announce their largest European headline tour to date, set for Spring 2026.
The band’s return to Europe follows a landmark touring season that saw them break records across four continents with their headline Inhale / Exhale World Tour. This next chapter will bring the band to eight of their biggest European venues yet.
The forthcoming tour will stop The O2 in London, their biggest headlining arena show in the UK to date, Ziggo Dome in Amsterdam, one of Europe’s most renowned indoor venues, former Olympic venues Palau Sant Jordi in Barcelona and Adidas Arena in Paris, as well as Madrid, Zurich, Berlin, and Brussels. The 2026 dates will see support from SG Lewis, a reflection of the band’s dedication to tastemaking and crafting of their concert experiences from the moment fans step inside the doors.
A testament to their formidability as performers and innovators within the live electronic space, the 2026 tours build off the success of their groundbreaking Inhale / Exhale World Tour, which sold more than 700,000 tickets across North America, South America, Europe, and Australia. The most recent European leg of the Inhale / Exhale Tour saw RÜFÜS DU SOL instantly sell out consecutive nights at Barcelona’s Plaza Mayor at Poble Espanyol, Berlin’s Uber Eats Music Hall, and Amsterdam’s AFAS Live as well as headline shows at Paris’ Zénith and London’s Crystal Palace Park.
This Fall, RÜFÜS DU SOL will return to Australia for a dozen sold-out arena shows before carrying that momentum into South America for stops throughout Argentina, Brazil, Chile, and Colombia in February and March following growing demand for their return.
Pre-sale begins Tuesday, November 4 with general on sale to follow on Wednesday, August 27 at 10AM local time. Tickets are available at rufusdusol.com/live for select shows while supplies last.
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Swedish Court Dismisses Ash Pournouri’s Lawsuit Over His Portrayal in Avicii Documentary and Books
A Swedish court has dismissed the lawsuit filed by former Avicii manager Ash Pournouri against the Avicii estate, bringing an end to a legal dispute connected to how his role in the late artist’s career was described in several media projects. The case, filed in 2025 in Sweden, challenged portrayals of Ash Pournouri in the 2017 documentary Avicii: True Stories as well as later books about Tim Bergling’s life and career. Ash Pournouri argued that these works created a misleading narrative about his management of Avicii during the years when the Swedish DJ became one of electronic music’s most recognized global acts. On March 4, 2026, the Swedish District Court dismissed the lawsuit in full, concluding that the claims did not meet the legal requirements under Swedish law. The ruling closes the case for now and marks the latest development in the ongoing discussion surrounding Avicii, also known as Tim Bergling, and the people who worked closely with him during his rise to international success.
How a Documentary and Two Books Sparked the Legal Dispute Between Ash Pournouri and the Avicii Estate
The legal dispute began in 2025, when former Avicii manager Ash Pournouri filed a lawsuit in Sweden against companies connected to the Avicii estate, which manages the legacy and intellectual property of Tim Bergling. Ash Pournouri worked with Avicii from 2008 to 2016, overseeing the artist’s rise from early releases like “Levels” to a global touring career that placed Avicii among the most recognizable names in electronic music. The case focused on how Ash Pournouri was described in several widely circulated projects about Tim Bergling’s life, including the 2017 documentary Avicii: True Stories, the 2021 biography Tim: The Official Biography of Avicii, and the 2024 book Avicii: The Life and Music of Tim Bergling.
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In the lawsuit, Ash Pournouri argued that these projects created a public narrative suggesting he pushed Avicii to continue touring despite health struggles and growing pressure from the demands of international shows. The complaint stated that these portrayals suggested he had ignored Tim Bergling’s wellbeing and contributed to the environment surrounding the artist during the final years before his death in 2018. Ash Pournouri described the narrative as inaccurate and damaging, saying the publications and documentary gave audiences a distorted picture of events behind the scenes. In statements explaining the legal action, Ash Pournouri said the goal of the case was to “correct an inaccurate and incomplete public narrative” surrounding his role in Avicii’s career.
The case also referenced a confidentiality agreement signed when Ash Pournouri and Avicii ended their professional relationship in 2016. According to the lawsuit, the agreement placed limits on how details about their working relationship could be discussed publicly after their split. Ash Pournouri claimed that the later books and documentary crossed those boundaries by presenting internal discussions and personal circumstances connected to Tim Bergling without his consent. The lawsuit sought legal recognition that these portrayals were misleading and requested a correction of the record concerning Ash Pournouri’s role during the years he managed Avicii.
Inside the Swedish Court Decision That Dismissed Ash Pournouri’s Lawsuit
On March 4, 2026, a Swedish court dismissed the lawsuit filed by former Avicii manager Ash Pournouri against companies connected to the Avicii estate, concluding a case that had drawn attention across the electronic music industry since it was filed in 2025. The lawsuit centered on how Ash Pournouri’s role during Avicii’s career was described in several projects released after the death of Tim Bergling in 2018, including the 2017 documentary Avicii: True Stories and later biographies about the Swedish producer’s life. In its decision, the Swedish District Court ruled that the claims presented by Ash Pournouri did not meet the legal requirements necessary to move forward under Swedish law, effectively ending the legal challenge against entities responsible for managing the legacy of Avicii. The ruling brought closure to the attempt by Ash Pournouri to dispute the narrative surrounding his management of Tim Bergling during the years when Avicii was touring internationally and becoming one of electronic music’s most widely recognized artists.
Following the decision, Thomas Olsson, the lawyer representing the Avicii estate at Fria Advokater in Sweden, said the outcome was not surprising and criticized the legal action brought by Ash Pournouri. “The decision was not entirely unexpected. It was quite obvious that this was a completely unfounded lawsuit and it is only regrettable that Arash Pournouri is trying to squeeze out the last drops of attention that can be obtained from this case. One can only hope that this is a clear message to him to leave this matter behind.” Klas Bergling, the father of Avicii and a leading figure behind the Tim Bergling Foundation, also commented on the dispute and the emotional impact it had on the family. “I just want to say how sad it is to see Tim’s name used in this context. This process has raised strong emotions and a lot of discomfort for me and Tim’s mother Anki. At the same time, we cannot understand Arash. We have said it several times since 2018, also in public: neither I nor Tim’s mother have ever blamed Arash for Tim’s suicide.”
The dismissal of the lawsuit brings an end to a legal dispute that resurfaced years after the death of Avicii. Since 2018, discussions surrounding the Swedish producer have often moved beyond his music to include conversations about the pressures of global touring, the responsibility of management, and the broader challenges faced by artists in the electronic music industry. For many fans, however, Avicii’s legacy remains tied first to the records that introduced his sound to a worldwide audience, from festival stages to radio playlists. Through the work of the Tim Bergling Foundation, established by Klas Bergling and Anki Lidén, efforts continue to focus on mental health awareness and suicide prevention. While the legal case centered on disputes over how events were portrayed in documentaries and books, the conversation around Avicii’s life continues to return to the same point: the lasting impact of the music he created and the influence he left on electronic music long after his passing.
Tiësto has officially announced his return to London on Sunday, July 12, 2026, for his first major headline performance in the capital in eight years.
Eight years since his last major headline performance in the capital, Tiësto returns to London for a landmark open-air show at Silverworks Island on Sunday 12th July, revisiting the sound that first established him as a global force.
For a generation of fans, those early records defined arenas, soundtracked sunrises, and helped shape the emotional core of modern electronic music. For Tiësto, it’s where the story began, long before Vegas residencies, Olympic ceremonies, and global chart dominance. This summer at Silverworks Island, he comes full circle.
Renowned as one of electronic music’s most influential and inventive figures, Tiësto has spent three decades evolving alongside the culture he helped propel. His impact extends far beyond clubland: over 40 million albums sold, eight Billboard Hot 100 hits, more than 30 billion streams, and a GRAMMY® Award. Few artists have shaped dance music on such a scale.
His Silverworks Island performance offers a rare opportunity to experience a deeper cut of his catalogue in a large-scale outdoor setting. For long-time fans, it’s a powerful full-circle moment. For newer audiences, it reveals another dimension of an artist whose evolution continues to shape dance music culture.
Set against the industrial backdrop of London’s Docklands, Silverworks Island provides the perfect open-air setting for a night that bridges past and present.
Tickets for TIËSTO at Silverworks Island will go on sale exclusively to pre-sale sign-ups at 11am on Thursday 12th March.
Register for pre-sale tickets: www.tiesto.london
Hardwell has officially unveiled his 2026 North American tour, marking a powerful return to the United States this June with five high-octane headline performances. Undoubtedly, anticipation is building for the Hardwell USA Tour.
After three monumental shows in 2025, Hardwell is returning to the USA, and this time he’s bringing even more heat. The global electronic titan has now officially unveiled his 2026 North American tour, marking a powerful return to the United States this June with five headline performances across key cities as part of the Hardwell USA Tour.
Set to take in New York, Washington D.C., Dallas, Denver and San Francisco, the run signals Hardwell’s biggest capacity US tour in recent years, a statement of intent from an artist who continues to evolve at the forefront of mainstage techno and big room innovation. Clearly, this Hardwell USA Tour will set new standards for electronic performances. Fans from across the country are eagerly awaiting his USA tour.
Following a relentless, globe-spanning schedule, Hardwell has played at Ultra, Tomorrowland, Coachella, and other key festivals across every continent. Building on these global appearances, he recently made a landmark return to EDC Mexico, performing to 75,000 fans, and he is slated as one of the headline acts for EDC Las Vegas later in the year. Looking ahead to 2026, Hardwell continues to ignite the Americas. Armed with a recharged sonic direction, his post-REBELS NEVER DIE era now leans further into driving, high-impact techno influences, while still retaining the melodic tension and cinematic builds that cement his status as one of dance music’s most influential figures. As a highlight for electronic music lovers, the USA Hardwell Tour is clearly one to watch.
Fans can expect a forward-facing show designed around unreleased material, bespoke edits and exclusive live IDs, alongside reinvigorated versions of classics that shaped festival main stages worldwide. Looking forward, Hardwell’s USA Tour promises to deliver unforgettable experiences across America.
A two-time World No.1 DJ, Revealed Recordings founder and architect of some of the most defining anthems of the past decade, Hardwell’s trajectory has never been about nostalgia. Instead, the Dutch heavyweight continues to push into new territory: sharper, darker and more uncompromising than ever, making the USA Tour part of his next chapter.
Speaking on the upcoming run, Hardwell stated: “Last year’s run of shows was so much fun. Every single night the fans brought that crazy energy, so I knew we had to do it again in 2026, and here we are! After the voting campaign, a lot of fans were really vocal about their desire for an extended tour, so I’m seriously pumped for this one. We’re hitting five cities this time, and it’s going to be even crazier. Let’s go one more time!” The excitement surrounding Hardwell’s national run demonstrates the impact of his USA tour.
Pre-sale registration is now live via his official website, with general on-sale details to follow. Moreover, fans are encouraged to register early so they don’t miss any updates regarding the Hardwell USA Tour.
For tickets and early access: www.djhardwell.com/usa Secure your spot now and be part of the unforgettable Hardwell USA Tour experience.
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