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Armin van Buuren and David Guetta, two of EDM's all-time greats, are teaming up for the first time after decades of success. After getting their start nearly 30 years ago, the DJs have accomplished nearly everything an aspiring artist could only dream of. They have headlined the world's biggest stages and festivals and topped an array of charts en route to the top of dance music's ranks. However, Guetta and van Buuren have never released original music together. That's all set to change after th

The dance music world is abuzz with excitement as two of its most iconic figures, Armin van Buuren and David Guetta, have finally unveiled their first-ever collaboration. The long-awaited single, titled ‘In the Dark,’ dropped today on Armada Music, just after the pair teased the track during their second-ever back-to-back set at Ushuaïa Ibiza during David Guetta’s “F*** ME I’M FAMOUS!” residency. The track presents an uplifting anthem that merges each artist’s signature sound, underscored by

Two of the biggest names in the industry, Armin van Buuren and David Guetta, have announced their first-ever collaborative single. Titled ‘In The Dark,’ the track promises to be a standout addition to the summer’s music lineup. Featuring vocals by American songwriter Aldae, known for his collaborations with major artists like Justin Bieber and Shawn Mendes, the single is set to drop on July 12, 2024. Last week, fans got a sneak peek of ‘In The Dark’ during Guetta’s iconic Ushuaïa Ibiza resid

Finland’s Weekend Festival has become a late-summer pilgrimage for electronic music enthusiasts in recent years and its forthcoming 2025 edition is shaping up to be equally unforgettable.  The Espoo-based event recently announced its lineup, charting course for a high-energy mix of established superstars and pioneers of the craft alike. House music superstar FISHER is among the DJs slated to headline the festivities, along with mainstage vets Blasterjaxx and Showtek.  Hardstyle and hardcore fans

Two corners of Electronic Dance music collided today as Trance pioneer Armin van Buuren and acclaimed artist and musician Gryffin released their debut collab, ‘What Took You So Long’. The track has been highly anticipated by fans since news of a joint studio session was shared by the artists on social media a little while ago. “Collaborating with Gryffin was so special because we’re both circling back to our music roots, which puts us at similar points in our artistic journeys despite

Two icons came together to release a hotly-anticipated piece of music. Peak Dance music right here. And also top-notch collaborators. We’re talking about the conjoint effort of two masters at work, the legendary Trance act Armin van Buuren, and a man who flipped the entire scene on its head in 2013, Hardwell. Two undoubtedly iconic figures of the EDM sphere, they had an ID cooking for a while, and today it finally came out. After nearly a decade, Armin and Robbert have joined forces once

Here is “Now Love Will Begin,” a song that mixes different types of music by trance superstar Armin van Buuren and techno superstar HI-LO. ‘Now Love Will Begin’ is a groundbreaking mix of techno’s pulsing beats and trance’s euphoric melodies. It was premiered on “A State of Trance” and was a standout track in Armin van Buuren and HI-LO‘s much-talked-about B2B set at A State of Trance Rotterdam. People who hear the song are taken on an exciting trip through both genres, which lights up dance

Providing one last dose of sunshine before fall begins, Armin van Buuren and Louis III have released a radiant new single, "Part of Me." The track marks the first time van Buuren has explored the sounds of Afro house, according to a press release issued by his label, Armada Music. "Many years ago, I found that there’s something to love in every single genre, no matter the style of music you prefer as a whole," van Buuren said. "I’ve had the pleasure of having some of my original tracks pushed in

Everybody loves a good back-to-back set where you get to see your favourite DJs collaborate behind the decks to perform some amazing, memorable DJ sets. The concept of back-to-back sets is awesome, but for A State Of Trance 2025, Armin Van Buuren and Maddix are bringing something new. As the closing set for the event Armin and Maddix will each be going behind their own sets of decks to do a face-to-face set which has never been done at an ASOT event. Their DJ booths will be facing each other in

In 2002, the American electronic music legend Moby released ‘Extreme Ways’, an unforgettable track that is also the second single from his sixth studio album, 18. ‘Extreme Ways’ then became a very popular track worldwide that is also synonymous with being the track that one can hear at the conclusion of every film in the Bourne franchise. Fast forward to the year 2024, Moby has teamed up with the Dutch icon Armin van Buuren in releasing the remake of ‘Extreme Ways’. With Armin van Buuren and

Armin van Buuren and Omnia have joined forces for "Love," a track that feels equally at home in a grand architectural marvel as it does reverberating across a packed festival ground at midnight. From the outset, “Love” sets the tone with an ethereal melody that shimmers like light through stained glass. There’s a sacred quality to the opening bars as organ-like chords rise and fall, evoking a sense of awe and mysticism. But this serenity is short-lived, as the track quickly accelerates into a sy

Armin van Buuren and R3HAB have joined forces for a massive collaboration, “Love We Lost.” Just released on Friday, “Love We Lost” is a booming progressive house song that combines the best of both artists for an instant mainstage anthem. Somehow, despite each artists’ longevity in the industry, this is the first official collab between the two Dutch superstars. The track opens with some sparse piano notes allowing Simon Ward’s country-tinged vocals to absolutely shine. It’s quite clear, this i

Armin van Buuren is back with his first single of 2022, “Human Touch.” Armin teams up with rising English singer Sam Gray for an uplifting piano house tune that will have you yearning for the dancefloor and have you reaching out for that “Human Touch.” Despite the uplifting nature of the track, the song is about how without human interaction, we’re just not quite the same. Almost two years into the pandemic, who can’t relate to that sentiment. The production on the track is fairly minimal, some

Now, time for some Trance. Armin van Buuren and Vini Vici drop another audial slam dunk in the form of ‘Sarabande’. Drawing Georg Friedrich Händel’s classical piece of the same name and featured exclusively on A State of Trance, Ibiza 2024, this inspirited trance banger will go off on major stages worldwide. The track follows earlier releases from this partnership, on hyper-successful cuts such as ‘Great Spirit’ and ‘We Come Alive’. ‘Sarabande’ With the incredible vocals from Anna T

It’s been five years since Armin van Buuren and Vini Vici teamed up for their first massive hit single, “Great Spirit.” However, the chemistry is as strong as ever and it’s on clear display on their latest single, “Yama.” Whereas “Great Spirit” channeled a Native American chant as its basis, “Yama” sees the two artists draw their inspiration from African chants and melodies. Featuring Tribal Dance and Natalie Wamba, “Yama” is an uplifting tune, as well as a psy-trance banger. The track opens wi

Armin van Buuren and W&W savor living in the moment with their latest collaboration, "Late Checkout," a track that beckons us to pull the all-nighter, dance until dawn and embrace every second of life before the inevitable pause. The reunion of van Buuren and W&W recalls their past collaboration over a decade earlier on "D# Fat," a fan-favorite song that brought melodic trance elements with an unforgettable depth. While that track balanced emotional resonance with powerful, sweeping melo

The stage is set for an A State of Trance Festival like never before. In effect, Armin van Buuren announces an exclusive face-to-face performance with Dutch sensation Maddix. This is a world-first for both artists. Moreover, van Buuren made the Saturday Program available here. Armin F2F Maddix Breaking from the beloved back-to-back format, Friday night will see Armin and Maddix face off like never before, each equipped with their own decks to perform a one-off set that’s as thrillin

Armin van Buuren just announced that the A State Of Trance (ASOT) Ibiza compilation, mixed by the man himself, will be released soon. He made the announcement on his ASOT radio show on Thursday (August 15). On the same show, Armin also premiered the Who’s Afraid of 138?! Mix. Those are exciting news for ASOT listeners. The 10th ASOT Ibiza album announcement is a treat for fans of the genre. We can’t wait to see who will be featured on the compilation. Armin is already coming off a hot s

Last week, the iconic DJ Armin van Buuren and his wife, Erika van Thiel, marked a significant milestone in their love story: their 15th wedding anniversary. The couple, who have been together for nearly two decades, have weathered the storms of fame and fortune, maintaining a strong and enduring bond. Armin and Erika first met in the early 2000s. Their love story blossomed amidst the whirlwind of Armin’s career. Despite the demands of his global fame, Armin found solace and support in Erika.

Dance music legend and A State of Trance longstanding host Armin van Buuren has released his newest single, ‘Racing Spirit’, with Egyptian trance DJ/producer Ahmed Helmy. What makes this track stand out and unforgettable is that it includes spoken quotes from the late Formula 1 legend, Ayrton Senna. Additionally, ‘Racing Spirit’ from Armin van Buuren and Ahmed Helmy is the first release from the “Senna Driven” project. According to the official website of the legendary motorsports champion, this

Armin van Buuren has officially confirmed that his highly anticipated A State Of Trance festival will be making a grand return to Rotterdam in 2025. The festival is set to take place at the iconic Ahoy Rotterdam on Friday, 21st February and Saturday, 22nd February, promising a spectacular showcase of the Trance music scene’s biggest names, including the legend himself, Armin.  The will feature five stages, each hosting a stellar lineup of talented DJs and producers, creating an unforgettable

Armin van Buuren, the legendary Trance producer also known for being a great admirer of the Electronic and Ambient music legend, the late Vangelis, surprises us today with a re-masterization of the iconic ‘Pulstar‘. This dynamic version has all the respect that this masterpiece deserves, simultaneously encapsulating the spirit of ambition and the drive to conquer the challenges. “Music is more than art, and it’s the main code of the universe” is one of the most powerful sentences by one of t

In a candid interview during his performance at Dreamstate SoCal 2024, trance icon Armin van Buuren delved into the transformation of the genre, his artistic journey, and the future of electronic music. As one of the most influential figures in the dance music world, Armin shared insights into how trance has evolved and how he continues to innovate within the ever-changing industry landscape. The Evolution of Trance Reflecting on trance music’s trajectory, Armin highlighted its adaptabil

Armin van Buuren is back to his roots, continuing to cross genres with a brand-new remix of ‘Not Even Love’ by Seven Lions, Illenium, and ÁSDÍS. The Dutch DJ teased this remix at EDC Las Vegas 2024, and the final product does not disappoint. Armin van Buuren’s remix beautifully fuses the distinctive sounds of these fan-favorite artists into a high-energy Trance opus. His signature touch brings an extra layer of intensity and euphoria, enhancing the emotional weight of the song while urging y

Armin van Buuren is never one to shy away from out of the box collaborators, and that’s exactly what he’s done with his latest single “No Fun” with the Stickmen Project. After seeing the TikTok sensations do a cover of his classic hit “Ping Pong,” Armin invited the Stickmen Project for an official collab. The result is a groovy and unapologetic dancefloor heater replete with playful vocals and thick synth layers. If you’re thinking that this song kind of reminds you of “Blah Blah Blah,” well, y