Joakim Lundell

Joakim Lundell didn't just make a comeback – he exploded on stage. After a six-year hiatus, he returned as a DJ to Sandstock Festival in Mellbystrand on July 18–19, 2025, and it was a return that exceeded all expectations (Bjärenu).

The organizers Jamie Nilsson and Ludvig Persson were taken aback. What he did was absolutely insane. We just stood there with our mouths open. He delivered a show that's impossible to describe, says Ludvig, praising the performance (laholmstidning.se). Social media – especially TikTok – exploded with praise after Lundell's set, and the party was undoubtedly the talk of the year (laholmstidning.se).

Both the audience and police report showed that the festival was a hit: 5,500 visitors on Friday and 6,500 on Saturday contributed to a record year in Mellbystrand, without any significant incidents (laholmstidning.se).

Tour plans for summer 2026: High-budget show – it's going to be maxed out

Joakim Lundell's response? The decision to do a tour was made the day after the festival – the inspiration was a fact (laholmstidning.se).

It is now announced that Joakim will begin a Swedish summer tour in 2026. The tour will be presented as the ultimate live experience: a high-budget show with full production, visual effects, perhaps guest appearances and sing-alongs – a live show infused with Lundell's energy and charisma.

Tickets to Sandstock 2026 were released the day after this year's festival, which shows the organizers' confidence in continued draw and Lundell's powerhouse strength (TikTok, laholmstidning.se). The festival is planned to be held on July 17–18, 2026, according to Tickster (Tickster).

Joakim Lundell at Sandstock Festival 2025 – lots of videos