The electronic dance music industry is notoriously relentless. Behind the high-energy sets, private jets, and roaring festival crowds lies a grueling cycle of sleepless nights, constant time-zone hopping, and immense pressure. For years, the conversation around DJ burnout was swept under the rug, but the tragic loss of Avicii and the monumental, self-imposed hiatus of artists like Hardwell proved that even the world’s biggest superstars are not immune to the exhausting demands of the road. Today, another titan of the main stage is prioritizing his health over the hectic touring lifestyle: Like Mike.
In a heartfelt statement…
