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Essociaal is the musical alter ego of Ester van Vugt. After a powerful rise on TikTok, where her raw honesty and outspoken personality helped her build a loyal community, she is now fully committed to her greatest passion: Hardcore. A gabber at heart, Essociaal has been deeply connected to the culture from a young age. The energy, mentality and sense of unity within the Hardcore scene are at the core of who she is. For her, it is not a trend but a lifestyle she represents with pride and conviction.