From cancer diagnosis to Mainstage in 8 months: Spanish DJ B Jones makes Tomorrowland comeback in wheelchair

Spanish DJ B Jones, whose real name is Beatriz Martínez, made a triumphant return to the Tomorrowland Mainstage eight months after receiving a cancer diagnosis. The 42-year-old DJ, a fixture in Ibiza's music scene and a globally recognized artist, performed in a wheelchair, a necessity after undergoing seven months of demanding chemotherapy.

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Someone has to be the first DJ in a wheelchair, right?

"Someone has to be the first DJ in a wheelchair, right?" she remarked, embracing the unique circumstance. Her performance followed a challenging period that began in January when she was diagnosed with lymphoma. The arduous journey through treatment was documented on her Instagram, where she consistently maintained a smile, fulfilling a promise to her fans to face the ordeal with positivity.

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But I also want this to be the most inspiring video of my life. I have cancer, but I will overcome it.

During her recovery, Jones channeled her experiences into music. Her single 'Side Effects' explores the mental and physical toll of her treatment, while 'Resisteré' became an anthem of resilience and hope. "This is the most personal song I've ever made," she shared about 'Resisteré.' "It comes at a time when the word 'resistance' was no longer just an idea in my life, but my daily reality. I had to learn to be strong, even when I didn't feel strong."

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I am recovering well from the operation. I feel good and strong, but the chemotherapy has yet to begin. That will be tough. You know I can handle that. I will recover 100 percent, I promise. I will be at Tomorrowland in July, I promise that too.

Her twin sister, Elena, who remained by her side throughout the treatment, lent her voice to 'Resisteré,' adding a deeply personal layer to the song. Jones's return to Tomorrowland signifies not only a personal victory over cancer but also a powerful message of hope and perseverance for others facing adversity.

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We turn pain into light, and music is my way of doing that. I want to unite people.