Like Mike has announced that he is temporarily stepping away from touring to prioritize his health.
The news comes as conversations about artist well-being continue to grow across the electronic music industry.
He shared the announcement in an emotional message posted to Dimitri Vegas & Like Mike’s Instagram Story ahead of Tomorrowland Belgium 2026.
The Belgian DJ shared the news in an emotional message posted to Dimitri Vegas & Like Mike’s Instagram Story ahead of Tomorrowland Belgium 2026.
Like Mike Prioritizes His Health
After more than a decade of performing at festivals around the world, Like Mike acknowledged that canceling upcoming shows was an incredibly difficult decision.
He specifically expressed disappointment about missing Tomorrowland, a festival that has long been closely associated with Dimitri Vegas & Like Mike.
According to the DJ, he would not have stepped away unless he genuinely believed it was necessary.
His decision comes as discussions about mental and physical well-being continue to grow within the electronic music community.
Several artists have already taken similar breaks from touring. Those artists include Avicii and Hardwell.
Although Like Mike is taking time away from the stage, fans will still see Dimitri Vegas performing throughout the scheduled tour dates.
Like Mike thanked his brother for continuing the performances and expressed confidence that every show would remain memorable.
During Tomorrowland Weekend 2, Like Mike had originally been scheduled to perform a solo set at Crystal Garden.
Following his announcement, the festival has yet to confirm who will fill that performance slot.
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New Music Remains on the Way
Like Mike emphasized that his break from touring does not mark the end of his music career.
Instead, he plans to focus his energy on working in the studio while taking time to recover.
He also reassured fans that new music will arrive when the time feels right.
Like Mike’s announcement has received widespread support from fans across the electronic music community.
His decision reflects a broader shift within the industry. More artists are placing greater importance on their health and recovery.
They are also working to build sustainable careers despite the demands of international touring.