Editorial
The Saints: Hard Dance’s Fastest-Rising Duo Set Their Sights On Global Domination
Hard dance duo The Saints, formed by Jules van de Sant and Rick de Deken, continue to solidify their position as one of the fastest-emerging names in the genre. Built around their own concept of Holy Madness, the project blends the contrasting identities of both artists, creating a sound and performance style that connects instantly with audiences.
Over the past year, the duo has taken significant steps across Europe. Their appearance at the Defqon.1 Gathering marked an early turning point, introducing them to one of the world’s most dedicated hard dance crowds. They followed this momentum with the premiere of their live show at Rebirth, presenting a new level of staging and musical direction. Additional performances at Intents Mainstage and Supremacy placed the pair in front of large-scale festival audiences, helping broaden their reach even further.
Alongside their festival success, The Saints have built a strong reputation in clubs. Multiple sold-out headline shows in Germany demonstrated their ability to draw loyal crowds, while their performance at Fabrik Madrid showcased their energy on one of Europe’s most respected stages. Their past releases, including “OG Raver” have become key records in their sets and have gained strong support throughout the scene. An official remix for Sub Zero Project added another milestone to their rapidly growing catalogue.
The duo is now preparing for what they describe as their next major chapter. A new live show is currently in development, aiming to expand the visual and emotional storytelling that has become central to their identity. They are also working on several collaborations set for release in 2025, as well as a follow-up track with The Purge titled Maria / I Like It Loud, building on the success of “OG Raver” Their remix for Sub Zero Project also brought the energy around the world and the pair recently recently introduced their new outro “Legacy,” which has been tearing through the festival circuit and quickly becoming one of the standout moments in their live sets.
There has been growing anticipation around unreleased material, with hints that a cover of “Sweet Nothing” may appear in their upcoming run of shows. Industry supporters have noted the speed of their rise, with many calling them one of the most accelerated new acts in the current hard dance landscape. Their track “OG Raver” is already projected by many fans and DJs to perform strongly in the 2025 Top 100.
With a summer tour ahead and bookings on several major stages worldwide, The Saints are entering a defining moment in their career. Their blend of intensity, emotion, and performance continues to resonate with audiences, and both artists describe this period simply as the beginning of what they intend to build.
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