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19:51:00

 


Armin van Buuren Delivers 5-Hour Journey Set and Announces UNVRS Ibiza Residency

Global trance institution A State of Trance (ASOT) opened its 25th anniversary weekend in Rotterdam with 20,000 fans filling the venue on Friday, marking a monumental start to the milestone celebration.

The opening night featured a carefully curated line-up reflecting both the legacy and future of trance. Highlights included a special 25 Years Celebration set by Armin van Buuren, an exclusive Armin van Buuren F2F Funk Tribu performance, Ruben de Ronde, Ferry Corsten, SUPERSTRINGS, Giuseppe Ottaviani, Mauro Picotto, Will Atkinson and Matty Ralph. Together they delivered a powerful tribute to 25 years of the ASOT sound.




Armin’s five-hour headline set became the emotional core of the evening, taking fans on a musical journey through a quarter century of trance. During the set, he also announced his return to Ibiza this summer with a brand-new A State of Trance residency at UNVRS. As part of the 25 Years of ASOT celebrations, he revealed that he will perform five extended five-hour sets throughout the residency, once again deep diving into the sound and history of A State of Trance, adding another major chapter to the anniversary year.




Today expands the experience with a daytime programme including Shaping A State of Trance with Armin van Buuren, Inside the OTTAGON, Drop Your Track, and A State of Mind with Armin van Buuren. The night line-up bridges generations across the trance spectrum, featuring Armin van Buuren b3b Oliver Heldens and Maddix, alongside Laura van Dam, Ottagon, Cosmic Gate and rising names including Olivia Lensen, Newtone, DART b2b Inafekt and Tjade.
Reflecting on the weekend, Armin shared: “Celebrating 25 years of A State of Trance together with fans from all over the world is beyond anything I could have imagined when we started this journey. Seeing multiple generations unite on the dance floor, honoring the roots of trance while embracing what’s next, makes me incredibly proud. And announcing our ASOT residency at UNVRS Ibiza during this milestone weekend made it even more special.”
What started 25 years ago as a radio show has evolved into a worldwide movement, connecting millions of listeners and eventgoers across the globe. This anniversary edition celebrated ASOT’s legacy while confidently setting the tone for the next era of trance, further cementing its status as one of electronic music’s most influential brands.




With the final night still to come, the 25-year milestone of A State of Trance has already secured its place as a landmark moment in the genre’s history.

Pre-registration for A State of Trance 2027 is now available via the following link and tickets for Armin van Buuren’s UNVRS Ibiza residency can be purchased via the official UNVRS website here.




About A State of Trance

A State of Trance has evolved from a small radio show into a wide-ranging and far-reaching global brand with numerous spin-offs, becoming one of the world’s biggest and most influential dance music concepts. Today, the weekly show is broadcast in 84 countries and reaches millions of listeners per episode.

Beyond the airwaves, A State of Trance has united fans over the years through more than 100 events across five continents. The flagship event in Rotterdam remains the crown jewel, drawing tens of thousands of trance fans for a large-scale production featuring some of the genre’s most renowned artists.

With its global community, international event portfolio, and continued commitment to musical innovation, A State of Trance stands as the world’s largest trance brand and a defining force within the electronic music landscape.





About Insomniac Europe

A new division of Insomniac - the company known for hosting the world’s largest music festivals and live experiences, including 10,000 concerts, club nights, and festivals for seven million attendees each year - Insomniac Europe, has been created to expand these experiences across the continent. Backed by Insomniac’s incredible range of expertise in producing immersive and large-scale events, Insomniac Europe aims to bring the same vibrant energy and community-driven experiences to a broader European audience. From its humble beginnings in the underground music scene of Los Angeles, Insomniac has become a global leader in electronic dance music, known for its iconic festivals like Electric Daisy Carnival (EDC) and Beyond Wonderland. Insomniac Europe continues this legacy with festivals like AMF and by partnering with organizations like A State of Trance, fostering a culture of creativity, self-expression, and connection across Europe, while also contributing to the ever-growing global dance music community​.

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04:48:00



Two of trance music’s most illustrious forces, Paul van Dyk and Aly & Fila, are inbound with their long-awaited collab “Is This Only a Dream?,” which is set to release on November 7th via Dreamstate Records. Soaring with a mirage-like euphoria, the track serves as the official Dreamstate SoCal 2025 festival anthem. 

Crafted by two artists at the zenith of the uplifting trance sound, “Is This Only A Dream?” is driven by fluttering arpeggios and airy atmospherics that drift in like a whisper from an alternate timeline. Chugging rhythms and pulsing low-end move effortlessly beneath ethereal vocalizations, while the track’s rhetorical vocal hook fills the space with a cinematic wonder. 

Crowned as ‘A Dreamstate Anthem,’ the single arrives in anticipation of the flagship Dreamstate SoCal festival at the Queen Mary in Long Beach at the end of the month. It’s also the centerpiece for the forthcoming '10 Years of Dreamstate' compilation, marking the brand's landmark anniversary.

Relaying their excitement around releasing the collab, Aly & Fila says, “We are very proud to collab with our good friend Paul Van Dyk and to release the Anthem for Dreamstate.”

Paul van Dyk has been the very definition of a pioneer for electronic music. Since forever changing the course of trance music with his international hit “For an Angel” in the ‘90s, the global icon has received many notable accolades and milestones. The Grammy-award-winning producer was voted the World’s No. 1 DJ in back-to-back years, and his recent album ‘This World Is Ours’ places him at 11 full-length releases to date. 

Egyptian powerhouse duo Aly & Fila—composed of Fadi Wassef Naguib Aly El Sayed Amr Fathalah—are considered royalty within the trance sphere, having spent more than two decades building their ‘Future Sound of Egypt’ empire. From countless dancefloor-defining records, both as producers as well as the FSOE label heads and radio hosts, they have had a heavy hand in pushing the genre globally. 

Paul van Dyk and Aly & Fila’s new single “Is This Only A Dream” is available on all platforms via Dreamstate Records.





Dimitris Kechagias Review:
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[content title="Summary" label="Overall Score"]Paul van Dyk and Aly & Fila’s collaborative track “Is This Only a Dream?” emerges as a quintessential uplifting trance anthem, officially representing Dreamstate SoCal 2025. This 142 BPM production balances both dark and euphoric elements, characterized by thunderous kicks, rolling basslines, and luminous melodic layers. From a technical standpoint, the track showcases expert sound design: fluttering arpeggios and whispering atmospherics establish a three-dimensional spatial field, using stereo imaging to create a sense of immersion for the listener. The dynamic range has been carefully balanced, allowing the vocal hook to soar above the powerful low-end without sacrificing clarity. From a production perspective, the arrangement reflects a deep understanding of trance structure. The intro is DJ-friendly, offering clean cue points and looping potential for seamless integration into festival and club sets. Build-ups are meticulously layered with harmonic tension, transitioning into breakdowns featuring ethereal pads and reverberant vocal phrases that evoke cinematic wonder. Effects such as delays, filters, and subtle automation guide the energy flow, culminating in explosive drops that reignite the dancefloor. The outro maintains BPM consistency, ensuring easy synchronization for live performances. Scientifically, music at this tempo with repetitive melodic structures can positively influence mental health and wellness. Studies in music therapy and neuroscience suggest that trance music’s rhythmic predictability and harmonic progression can improve focus, induce flow states, and heighten feelings of euphoria (Thoma et al., 2013; Baltazar et al., 2019). Additionally, high-energy electronic tracks have been linked to increased motivation and endurance during fitness activities, as rhythmic entrainment enhances movement efficiency and syncs heart rate with musical pulse (Karageorghis & Priest, 2012). The uplifting nature of “Is This Only a Dream?” makes it suitable for wellness classes like spinning or aerobics, where the emotional lift from music fosters both physical and psychological benefits. The emotional resonance of this anthem lies in its synergy between technical precision and artistic identity. Paul van Dyk and Aly & Fila channel their signature styles into a cohesive storytelling arc, leading listeners through waves of tension and release. The track is a festival-ready journey designed to elicit both hands-in-the-air euphoria and introspective moments of bliss, leaving a lasting impression on audiences and DJs alike. #PureGold Love It [/content]
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Suggested Bibliography:
Thoma, M. V., Ryf, S., Mohiyeddini, C., Ehlert, U., & Nater, U. M. (2013). Emotion regulation through listening to music in daily life. Cognition and Emotion, 27(3), 534-543.
Baltazar, M., Västfjäll, D., Asutay, E., Koppel, L., & Saarikallio, S. (2019). Is it me or the music? Stress reduction and the role of regulation strategies and music. Psychology of Music, 47(5), 682-699.
Karageorghis, C. I., & Priest, D. L. (2012). Music in the exercise domain: A review and synthesis (Part I). International Review of Sport and Exercise Psychology, 5(1), 44-66.




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17:44:00

 



This single serves as the official anthem of AMF and embodies the driving force behind AMF’s II=I concept, uniting Armin van Buuren’s iconic trance energy with KI/KI’s cutting-edge underground sound for an unforgettable mainstage experience.

AMF has announced its official anthem for 2025: ‘Put Your Bassline’, a debut collaboration between Armin van Buuren and KI/KI. The track will be released on October 24, one day before the pair’s back-to-back performance at AMF, in collaboration with 750 Years of Amsterdam in the Johan Cruijff ArenA. ‘Put Your Bassline’ is the first official AMF anthem co-produced by two headliners. 

The track combines Armin van Buuren’s trance influences with KI/KI’s underground sound, reflecting the contrast that defines this year’s II=I performance. Together, the two artists explore the connection between their different musical backgrounds and approaches to electronic music. Their first B2B took place two years ago during ADE, and this year they’re reuniting for the II=I concept, with their new track serving as the official anthem.
“KI/KI and I come from different styles, but we share a passion for energy and progression” says Armin van Buuren. “Put Your Bassline captures that balance of something driving and direct, but with both our identities in it.”
KI/KI adds: “We wanted to make something that represents both of us without compromise. It’s a straightforward club track built for the dancefloor and for this special AMF moment.”
The collaboration follows the announcement of AMF’s II=I concept returning for ADE 2025. Armin van Buuren and KI/KI will perform together in a back-to-back set for the first time on the AMF mainstage in front of 40.000 people. Their set will be part of a lineup that includes Armin van Buuren, Hardwell, John Summit, KI/KI, Miss Monique, MORTEN, Oliver Heldens, Sara Landry, and Sub Zero Project, with a pre-show performance by AfroSalto. ‘Put Your Bassline’ by Armin van Buuren and KI/KI, a collaboration with slash, KI/KI’s label, will be released on October 24th, on Armada Music across all streaming platforms.




Dimitris Kechagias Review:
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[content title="Summary" label="Overall Score"]Timed to coincide with their highly anticipated back-to-back set at Amsterdam Music Festival during ADE 2025, “Put Your Bassline” is a masterclass in techno-trance fusion. The track’s dark, driving energy immediately sets the tone for peak-time dancefloor intensity, while the infectious vocal hook and acid-infused drop carve it into memory as a crowd-pleasing weapon. From a technical standpoint, the rhythm and groove are meticulously constructed. A steady 4/4 kick anchors the track, supported by a tightly compressed, rolling bassline that provides both weight and movement. Subtle percussive layers and syncopated hi-hats add propulsion, while the snare builds and micro-fills create a sense of kinetic drive. The BPM remains consistent, ensuring seamless sync for DJs and easy loop integration. The melodic content is equally compelling. KI/KI’s signature acid stabs and resonant filter sweeps intertwine with Armin’s polished trance-inspired pads, forming lush harmonic layers that evolve naturally throughout the arrangement. The mid-track breakdown features a sparse atmospheric bed with reverb-drenched FX, building tension before a massive drop that reintroduces the full spectrum of frequencies with explosive impact. Production quality is undeniably high. Stereo imaging and spatial design give the track a wide, immersive feel, with panning effects and subtle delays filling the periphery of the soundstage. The dynamic range is carefully managed: the breakdown dips to allow the drop to hit with full force, and the loudness balance ensures club systems can push the track without distortion. Every element—from the low-end punch to the crisp top-end—sits perfectly in the mix. The arrangement demonstrates creative originality. The track tells a clear story with its ebb and flow, balancing hypnotic sections with festival-ready peaks. Cue points and looping options are thoughtfully designed for DJs, and the intro/outro structures make it versatile for live set integration. The overall energy flow is relentless, maintaining momentum while giving the crowd moments to reset before the next surge. “Put Your Bassline” succeeds not only on a technical level but also in emotional resonance. Its brooding atmosphere and soaring melodic accents evoke the euphoria of late-night festival sets, and the vocal motif lingers long after the track ends. High replay value, exceptional festival suitability, and undeniable crowd reaction potential make this a standout release that reflects the artistic identities of both Armin van Buuren and KI/KI with precision and flair. #PureGold Love IT [/content]
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About Armada Music

Armada Music is the biggest independent dance music label in the world. Founded by Armin van Buuren, Maykel Piron (CEO) and David Lewis, the label manages an ever-growing catalog of over 50,000 tracks built up across twenty-plus years of specialized dance music exploitation.

Representing artists such as Armin van Buuren, ARTY, D.O.D, Eelke Kleijn, Jan Blomqvist, Joris Voorn, KI/KI, Lilly Palmer, Loud Luxury, Sunnery James & Ryan Marciano, THEMBA and Yulia Niko, Armada Music amasses more than one billion streams per month, airplay on leading radio outlets such as BBC Radio 1 and Sirius XM, and top positions in the world’s most notable charts. Significant label milestones include Armin van Buuren's Grammy nomination for 'This Is What It Feels Like' and two tracks surpassing one billion streams on Spotify: Loud Luxury and Brando’s ‘Body’ and Lost Frequencies’ ‘Are You With Me’.

Across offices in Amsterdam (HQ), New York, London and Laren (NL), Armada Music offers a global appeal to its growing roster. The label has its own club, radio studio and multiple production studios, and hosts various live formats. Producer platform Armada University, which offers educational products and opportunities, shows the label’s sustained effort to nurture the next wave of talent.

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