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It’s only human to feel lost and disconnected at times, but what if these moments of uncertainty actually guide us to brighter futures? It’s in this spirit of discovery and stepping outside the comfort zone that ‘A State of Trance Year Mix 2024’ invites listeners on a journey beyond the expected. For the first time ever in an A State of Trance Year Mix, the legendary Moby voices the inspirational intro, urging listeners to break free from self-imposed barriers and embrace the limitless potential

The countdown to A State of Trance (ASOT) 2025 has officially begun, and the excitement is building as we approach this Thursday’s highly anticipated announcement of the phase one artists. Armin van Buuren’s legendary festival is making its grand return to Ahoy Rotterdam on February 21st and 22nd, 2025, now with an expanded two-day format that promises to take the experience to new heights. A powerhouse partnership with Insomniac Europe sets the stage for an epic weekend, filled with some of the

America, get ready for the largest ASOT expansion so far. Yes, you read that right. Yesterday, Armin van Buuren‘s legendary radioshow A State Of Trance celebrated ADE their own way — with a ten-hour episode. The Armada guys invited an incredible roster which included acts such as Ferry Corsten, SUPERSTRINGS, Miss Monique, MADDIX, and more. Between the sets, they accidentally leaked the news. Armin had Pasquale Rotella — Insomniac CEO — over to have a chat, mostly because Insomniac and AS

After 30 years of nothing but Trance excellence, with all the feels, and all the incredible talent, Armin van Buuren‘s legacy prevails. A State of Trance Top 1000 Award revealed the number one track of the label. We can’t imagine how hard it was to pick their top track ever. Cue the drum rolls please… The award goes to none other than Dutch Trance producer RAM and German DJ Jorn van Deynhoven. The honorary title is thanks to their remix of the 2009 masterpiece ‘RAMsterdam’. The Duo took

Over the last few weeks, A State of Trance has asked listeners to vote for their 10 favorite tracks ever played on A State of Trance, and out of that list came the A State of Trance Top 1000! Now, the full top 1000 list is being revealed via a live broadcast on YouTube. The broadcast began last Saturday, April 20th, and will run through this Thursday, April 25th, finishing with a spectacular FOUR HOUR live show starting at 18:00 CET! Previous A State of Trance Top 1000 lists have featur

Patrick Harboun and his son are no strangers to pushing LEGO's creative boundaries. After winning the grand prize of a worldwide competition in 2020 with their meticulously designed Daft Punk LEGO recreation, they now have their sights set on getting it officially released. And they need the support of the robots' fans and LEGO enthusiasts alike to make it happen. Patrick Harboun

Don your Teletubby antennae and dancing shoes because AREA15 is firing up the nostalgia machine with a rave featuring your favorite childhood characters. AREA15, Las Vegas' cutting-edge immersive entertainment destination, is set to open the doors of its mind-bending Portal room by welcoming electronic music fans to a surrealist dance party inspired by the fantastical Tubbyland. Picture a dancefloor set against Tubbyland's serene hills, all under the playful gaze of the Teletubby Sun Baby; it's

A new report, which arose from research by the Musicians' Union and the charitable organization Help Musicians, shines a light on the plight of women working in the music industry in 2024. Over 2,500 female musicians were surveyed in the "Women Musicians Insight Report," which suggests that work-related abuse and financial disparities significantly impede the career advancement of women in the music industry. The study found that half of women have experienced gender discrimination and a third

For his fifth album ‘Nothing But The Beat,’ David Guetta has collaborated with some big names in the music industry such as Snoop Dogg, Afrojack and Sia, but ‘Sunshine‘ features a back then rising Swedish legend, Avicii. For the first time together in the studio, the two DJs have produced an impressive track, but which remained one of the less listened records included on Guetta’s album. Although the single has hit 61 million streams now, it is still a pretty small record considering many of th

In a pivotal moment for the music industry, it’s rare to see an artist emerge with the power to redefine boundaries. Chizawa Q, has crafted a forward-thinking collection that proudly honors foundational influences while pushing into new sonic territory. His debut album on the powerhouse label R&S Records ‘Xenoverse’ is set for release November 22, 2024. Born in Yokohama, Japan, Chizawa Q remains deeply rooted in his homeland, recording this full-length project across from Tokyo Bay. Followin

Sam Blacky has teamed up with the producer/DJ duo Local Singles for their latest single “Hotsteppa,” a mesmerizing Afrohouse-influenced track that blends both artists’ unique sonic signatures. Local Singles bring their rhythmic expertise to the table, crafting a euphoric tune that builds with an air of mystery while Sam Blacky, known for her incorporation of global sounds brings afrohouse touches to the table. Her contribution fuses deep bass undertones with tribal instrumentals and vocals, resu

A.M.C drops explosive new single “Run!” ahead of his upcoming lbum Release Hot off the back of his killer performance at this year’s Let It Roll, A.M.C, the maestro of four-deck performance announces his latest single, “Run!.” Released on Drum&BassArena, this high-energy track marks the first glimpse into A.M.C’s forthcoming album, “X12.” “Run!” epitomises A.M.C’s unique style, seamlessly fusing the deep roots of UK jungle with futuristic sonic elements. A.M.C’s new LP is set to foll

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Some of the most creative personalities in electronic music have reinterpreted Aalson‘s expressive original song “World Of Reflections,” providing a new and varied musical viewpoint on the introspective trip. Four separate versions of the original work highlight the adaptability of the “World Of Reflections” Remixes EP. Peer Kusiv establishes the tone with his deep, atmospheric approach, enveloping the sad melody in ethereal pads and subdued rhythmic changes. Then Mitch de Klein gives the song

Out today is the highly anticipated collaboration from visionary producer and composer Aaron Hibell and Melodic Afro innovator Alex Wann, entitled ‘set me free.‘ Released via Astralwerks, the collaboration highlights the unique talents of both artists, merging Hibell’s cinematic, emotive production style with Wann’s signature deep percussive rhythms, creating a powerful, melodic track that is both captivating and forward-thinking. Here’s what Aaron Hibell had to say about the creation

Some things just go together, like Aaron Hibell‘s trance sensibilities and Alex Wann‘s Afro-inflected signature. It’s no wonder then that “set me free,” the second single from Hibell’s forthcoming debut album, drummed up considerable interest in the weeks preceding its release. And while live play-out from RÜFÜS DU SOL and Adriatique further fanned the flames of anticipation, the song’s appearance as the official single of Ultra Music Festival‘s 2024 aftermovie trained seemingly all eyes (and ea

In the vast expanse of dance music, where house meets the fragile strings of the heart, Aazar and Capozzi have woven a new narrative with Vertigo, their new collaborative alias. Unveiled alongside their mesmerizing debut single "Hit My Heart," Vertigo sought out the spellbinding voice of American Idol alum Makayla Phillips to help make it a reality. From a production standpoint, "Hit My Heart" is an auditory tour de force, seamlessly blending Capozzi’s bass house and techno sensibilities with Aa

Benny, Agnetha, Anni-Frid and Björn made a rare appearance together to collect the Royal Vasa Order — becoming some of the first to recieve the order in 50 years Continue reading...

Above & Beyond is set to head to Mexico City this fall to celebrate the 600th episode of their Group Therapy Radio Show. Get ready for two days of music therapy to uplift your soul. Last year, the 500th celebration took place in Los Angeles with a two-day event at the Banc of California Stadium. The massive two-day event featured performances by Above & Beyond, Grum, Andrew Bayer, Mat Zo, and Alpha 9. The energy was unmatched and left fans eagerly anticipating what they will bring for th

Able Grey is a multifaceted DJ/producer and the driving force behind Chicago’s EX MEDIAS music collective and label. His unique approach to music creation and performance blends various genres, resulting in a sound that captivates diverse audiences. Armed with an electronic drum pad and MIDI controller, Grey crafts a dynamic live experience that seamlessly integrates edits, mashups, original compositions, and remixes. Grey’s latest project, ‘The Eternal Cycle EP,’ showcases his evolution as an a

Ableton has released a new podcast series called Doing Music, which explores artists’ techniques and strategies to generate their musical ideas. In each episode, host Craig Schuftan interviews an artist about the hands-on approaches they use to spark ideas in their work – and tries to challenge the myth that creativity is something that some people have and others don’t. The podcast is for anyone with an interest in making music. Listeners will get to hear insights from artists on how they s

This major update gives music makers new tools for starting and building on their ideas, fresh sounds, and workflow changes. As of March 5, Ableton Live 12 is now available worldwide. The major Ableton update gives music makers new tools for starting a building on their existing ideas, fresh sounds and devices to spark inspiration, [...] The post Ableton Live 12 is Now Available appeared first on DJ Life Magazine.

Ableton Live 12 is now available to buy at Ableton.com and local retailers worldwide. If you pre-ordered Live 12, you can now download it from your account page. This major update gives music makers new tools for starting and building on their ideas, fresh sounds and devices to spark inspiration, and workflow changes to encourage uninterrupted creative flow. For a headstart on the key features, check out their Learn Live videos. You can also now explore their new interactive companion si

Ableton Live 12.1 is now in public beta. This free update for Ableton’s music performance and production software comes with significant additions and improvements to all editions of Live, including Live Lite, plus Push. Live 12.1 introduces auto-tagging, making it easier to find the right sound in your user library. New tags are automatically assigned to all samples in the library less than a minute long, as well as to VST3 and AU plugins. Auto Shift, Live’s new pitch correction and har

Above & Beyond and Mat Zo have finally released their long-anticipated collab “Always Do.” Originally played out during last summer’s Group Therapy 450 celebration in London, “Always Do” takes Mat Zo’s underground, warehouse-ready sound and imbues it into Above & Beyond’s house-based trance beats. While Mat Zo previously remixed A&B’s “Thing Called Love” back in 2012, “Always Do” is their first official collaboration. Featuring distorted vocals and acid-laden basslines, this is not