Using 27 fresh-from-the-studio tracks, one of the world’s biggest DJs has musically decoded his club capital for 2012. From across the electronic dance spectrum comes thermic audio from the likes of KhoMha, Mr Pit, Basil O’Glue, Rex Mundi, Elevation vs. Grube & Hovsepian and many others. It also features, exclusively, ‘Bolandish’- Markus’ incredible new track. Could we be talking about anything else but Markus Schulz’ ‘Los Angeles ‘12’ compilation?

And you now have the chance to win it! To celebrate the release of the ‘LA’12’, we names Markus our Artist of the Week! All reason to give you a chance to enjoy this must-have album. We will give away 5 copies of ‘Los Angeles ‘12’, so hurry up and go to the special GiveAway app on the Armada Facebook!

We will name the winner next week!

Mischa Daniels and Solid Gaz continue their Fabolous Fame series with two new pieces of equipment. Let’s see if you can handle bass-monster ‘Crumbling Cookie’ and the maddening ‘Lost Preacher’!

Mister Fame himself, rocking Rio to Amsterdam, is no one less than Mischa Daniels. Hot off the release of his first Fabulous Fame pack with Dutch duo Solid Gaz, is the follow-up E.P.. The raw talent and dare of the Solid Gaz youngsters make up for a great combination with Mischa’s studio experience and unstoppable energy.

Crumbling Cookie’ will most surely blow your mind, hitting in with a rough, tough sound and 2012 interpretation of the 90′s house sound. But also get ready to rock to ‘Lost Preacher’, the more melodic of the two. Bouncing off the walls and tearing them down at the same time, this one’s another peak-timer that will leave you longing for more.

With E.P 1 from Unfold – the remixes currently firing up the trance charts, its time for a second slice of club killing trance. So here we go with ‘Unfold – The Remixes’ E.P.2

British producer and sound engineer Dave Parkinson, residing under his Revolution9 moniker, took Raw Deal down a more straight edged club route, expanding the riff into a longer breakdown with new chords. The climax is classic Parkinson style, which we have come to know him for – BASS.

Smokescreen’, was taken on by Irish rising producer Sneijder, who JOC himself has tipped to be a big player in the scene. Fine acid elements, uplifting trance and that euphoric melody all join forces on this belter of a tune. Sneijder on top form, hammering. Last but not least, there’s the Heatbeat vs Kent & Gian remix of BPM-monster ‘Stresstest’. The Argentinean producers strike down with a progressive, electro analog bass stab style para para Argentina monster.

Feel the buzz, breath its atmosphere and dance to the nocturnal feel of Los Angeles! Markus Schulz has delivered the latest edition of his city compilation series and you’re about to feel it! ‘Los Angeles ‘12’ is ready to hit in!

If you want to know the story behind its tracks and the reason why Markus chose these, be sure to check out the special LA ’12 Podcast! Get inside the sound of Los Angeles and slowly, but steady, fall in love with the city…and compilation!

Check out the Podcast on iTunes or YouTube!

Canadian producer Fadios never ceases to impress or carry forward the mission to enrich the Re*Brand catalogue with another solid pearl for highlight moments. With ‘Paradiso’, he gets his game on!

Discovered by Mister Rebrand, Max Graham, himself in 2010, Fadios made a grand entrance with his debut single ‘Speechless’, followed by Raneem team-up ‘Chromium’.

Two years later, Fadios still owns the groove, judging by the strong hook and smooth rhythm of ‘Paradiso’. Combining a scintillating, deep break of shimmering details with the melodic flow and riff of a peak-time prog-trancer, makes ‘Paradiso’ a track to lose yourself into completely.

For an uplifting touch-up and slightly more playful interpretation, try the Solid Stone remix!

After 4 years of studio silence, Gabriel & Dresden are proud to bring you ‘No Reservations’, a raw piece of melodic bass power co produced with Washington, DC dubstep duo Secret Panda Society. Though you’ll rarely find a more celebrated duo in EDM history, Gabriel & Dresden are determined to not rest on their hits.

Nearly a decade after the global classic ‘As The Rush Comes’ and 6 years after the release of their debut album and “Tracking Treasure Down”, Gabriel & Dresden once again show with “No Reservations” their penchant for getting a melody in your head while at the same time fusing several genres together to deliver something you can’t quite describe to your friends without having the audio evidence.

Not only do we get the excellent original but in a few weeks there will also be remixes coming Khomha (trance), Kevin Focus (progressive trance) and D-Wayne (electro house) to further help cement that arpeggio hook and buzzy bass synth into your cranium. like that old rave choon says, “watch ya bassbins…i’m tellin’ ya!”

Paul Oakenfold kicks off 2012 in style with a brand new collaboration on Perfecto Records featuring the multi talented rock and electronic vocalist, producer & DJ, Robert Vadney from Greece.

As featured on Paul’s huge 2011 compilation “We Are Planet Perfecto”, which made it into the Top 10 on the iTunes albums chart, “Pop Star” is another massive club anthem with an instantly memorable vocal by Robert Vadney himself.

On remix duties – one of the most renowned Psy trance DJs & Producers on the planet – Yahel. Completing what we believe to be one of his hottest productions to date, this mix features on Paul’s eagerly anticipated “Winter” compilation from his Four Seasons album series (released Feb 17th 2012).

The first of two remixes completed for Perfecto Records, is by Eximinds who delivers a remix showcasing his abilities and attention to detail.

Russian DJ Feel’s interpretation should suit the more electro influenced fans, while Phynn gives a traditional sounding take on an already epic single.

2012 gives rise to ‘Evolution’, the brand new album of legendary DJ/producer Paul van Dyk. For a sneak peek of what is to come, enjoy the promising, first club release – ‘Verano’ ft. Austin Leeds.

Exciting things are ahead for the German producer. He has spend months and years working on a follow-up to his 2007 album ‘In Between’. ‘Evolution’ will fade the boundaries of dance, pop and techno genres and bring to the masses a sound that won’t ever let itself be marginalized.

One of the first tracks to come from this new chapter in the career of the mastermind, is ‘Verano’. A strong blend of progressive, trance and house, in collaboration with US producer Austin Leeds. A furious bass line, sturdy waves of melody and a powerful hook make ‘Verano’ the next big thing to hit the global dance floors.

Armada Music will keep you on track on all things Armada with the official Armada Music Podcast. The Armada Podcast features our latest releases, artist-news and well… simply rocks your ears. Every week, we’ll air a special selection of new tracks and keep you up to date on everything you need to know about Armada. Win albums, stay on track and most of all: enjoy the music!

Episode 060 includes a new release on ZOUK by Aqua Diva as well as a collab by Miss Nine and Baggi Begovic, a new Tom Fall release with Heiki L and Ben Andreas, the Protoculture remix of ‘Falling Away’, a new Paul Oakenfold release on Perfecto, Mr. Pit’s ‘Mosni’, Chris Schweizer’s ‘Ultra’ and the Jorn van Deynhoven remix of Dark Matter’s ‘The Real You’.

01. Aqua Diva – What Is Love (Original Mix)
02. Miss Nine & Baggi Begovic – Hit The Road Again (Original Mix)
03. Tom Fall & Heikki L feat. Ben Andreas – Ordinary World (Original Mix)
04. Hannah – Falling Away (Protoculture Remix)
05. Paul Oakenfold feat. Robert Vadney – Pop Star (DJ Feel Rockin Remix)
06. Mr. Pit – Mosni (Original Mix)
07. Chris Schweizer – Ultra (Original Mix)
08. Dark Matters feat. Jessie Morgan – The Real You (Jorn van Deynhoven Remix)

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Last year, Armada Music did a hat-trick on becoming the world’s best record label, as awarded by the International Dance Music Awards. This year, our fans showed us their support once again – and nominated us for that much-wanted award! It means the world to us and our artists to know that you, the music lovers, enjoy our music and products just as much as we do! And that’s what it’s all about.

Now that we’re nominated once more, we don’t only like to ask you to support your favourite artists, but also to support your favourite label – by casting your vote for Armada Music to be ‘Best Global Record Label’! Vote via http://wintermusicconference.com/idmaballot/finalballot and hurry up, cause the voting ends March 1st!

All of Armada Music’s nominations:

Best Global Record Label – Armada Music

Best Trance Track
Dash Berlin ft. Jonathan Mendelsohn – Better Half Of Me
Shogun – Skyfire
Armin van Buuren ft. Nadia Ali – Feels So Good

Best Chillout/Lounge Track
Tenishia – Shores of Eden

Best European DJ
Armin van Buuren

Best American DJ
Markus Schulz

Best Global DJ
Armin van Buuren
Markus Schulz

Best Radio Mix Show DJ
Armin van Buuren – A State of Trance
Markus Schulz – Global DJ Broadcast

Best Full Length DJ Mix
Armin van Buuren – A State of Trance 2011
Armin van Buuren – Universal Religion Chapter 5

Best Producer
Armin van Buuren

Best Podcast
Armin van Buuren – A State of Trance Podcast

Best Break-Through DJ
Ørjan Nilsen

Best Record Label Promoter or Exec In-House
Maykel Piron

This is the week of the Carnival celebrations. The week of new, hot beats and special musical moments. This is the week in which we present you 4 new releases. Beatport exclusives by Gabriel & Dresden, Triarchy & Mauri, Fadios and Solid Gaz & Mischa Daniels!

Gabriel & Dresden – No Reservations
After 4 years of studio silence, Gabriel & Dresden are proud to bring you ‘No Reservations’, a raw piece of melodic bass power co-produced with Washington, DC dubstep duo Secret Panda Society. Though you’ll rarely find a more celebrated duo in EDM history, Gabriel & Dresden are determined to not rest on their hits!
http://bit.ly/GDNoResBP

Triarchy & Mauri – Air
Triarchy and Mauri represent the sound of a new generation of EDM producers. Touching the fine edges of prog, tingling the house fanatics and moving the trancers, is ‘Air’, their debut on ZOUK!
http://bit.ly/TMAirBP

Fadios – Paradiso
Canadian producer Fadios never ceases to impress or carry forward the mission to enrich the Re*Brand catalogue with another solid pearl for highlight moments. With ‘Paradiso’, he gets his game on!
http://bit.ly/FDSParaBP

Solid Gaz & Mischa Daniels – Fabulous Fame 002
Mischa Daniels and Solid Gaz continue their Fabolous Fame series with two new pieces of equipment. Let’s see if you can handle bass-monster ‘Crumbling Cookie’ and the maddening ‘Lost Preacher’!
http://bit.ly/FabFame002BP

In January 2012, the Managing Director of Armada Music, Maykel Piron won a ‘Feather’ award for his extraordinary contribution to the Dutch music industry. But his hard work and dedication to Armada Music stretches far beyond the shores and boundaries of his home country. In 2010 and 2011, he received the International Dance Music Award for ‘Best Record Label Executive’. And in 2012, he might just do a hat-trick!

Under his management, Armada Music has been voted ‘Best Global Record Label’ three years in a row, also being nominated for that category this year!

You can support Maykel Piron and Armada Music by casting your vote in the IDMA voting ballot! Hurry up, cause the voting closes March 1st! http://wintermusicconference.com/idmaballot/finalballot

The bi-monthly pack of John O’Callaghan highlights is up for its second edition! The Irishman brings his fans a sharp selection of personal favourites and crowd pleasers, and included the tracks of Exostate, Shogun, Lange vs Gareth Emery, Aly & Fila, Orkidea and many more into this must-have pack!

Want to know what tracks rock the clubs? Then discover the hottest, most popular trance tracks of today with the ’15 Top Trance Hits 2012’ series. Volume 2 brings the beats of Hardwell, Armin van Buuren, Tritonal, Monada, Ashley Wallbridge and many more!

The musical heroes of Malta. The winners of 4 Malta Music Awards and creators of world famous tracks like ‘Outsiders’, ‘Reasons To Forgive’ and ‘Burning From The Inside’. Tenishia is the talented producer/DJ duo that put Malta on the map of dance land, winning the hearts of ten-thousands of dance fans with their eclectic sound of prog, trance, lounge and down-tempo. In 2011, Joven and Cyprian released ‘Frozen Roads’, their first chill-out album. And one of the jewels from that album, has now been nominated for an International Dance Music Award!

With ‘Shores of Eden’, Tenishia fed the music lovers an anthem of serenity, mixing mind-shivering vocals with a delicate prog-trance sound, heavy synths and a burst of energy. ‘Shores Of Eden’ had all potential of becoming a crowd’s favourite, and so it did! You can vote for this track to be the ‘Best Chillout/Lounge Track’ at this year’s International Dance Music Awards!

Support Tenishia by casting your vote on the IDMA voting ballot! Hurry up, the voting ends March 1st!

http://wintermusicconference.com/idmaballot/finalballot

February has been an exciting month for Markus Schulz. Being the world’s official number 9 DJ, as well as nominated for ‘Best Global DJ’, ‘Best American DJ’ and ‘Best Radio Mix Show DJ’ on this year’s International Dance Music Awards makes him hot property. But never does he forget his fans or listeners of his Global DJ Broadcast show. For February, he selected another 20 killer tracks! Personal favourites by the likes of Gai Barone, Sunny Lax, Arjona, Benya, W&W, Ørjan Nilsen and more!

2011 has been the big year for Orjan Nilsen in many ways. It was the year in which his debut album ‘In My Opinion’ was released, filled with musical diversity and daring blends. The Norwegian producer scored big hits with his ‘Viking’, ‘Go Fast!’ and ‘Mjuzik’. With the support of his beloved #TeamOrjan, he climbed to the DJ Mag Top 50 of 2011, ending at position 49. In 2012, things are looking up even more, cause Orjan is nominated for the ‘Best Break-Through DJ’ Award at the critically acclaimed International Dance Music Awards!

Besides being one of EDM’s most original producers, he’s also a mastermind behind the decks! If you want to support him, vote for him as ‘Best Break-Through DJ’ at the IDMA’s! Hurry up, cause the voting closes March 1st!

http://wintermusicconference.com/idmaballot/finalballot

Ding ding! Get ready. Brace yourself. Or simply lock the doors and turn it up loud. We’ve got a new list of winners for you. The Armada Stream 40 of this week is filled with the most popular and beloved tracks of this very moment. And it’s got a new number one!

Kicking the Armin van Buuren remix of Emma Hewitt’s ‘Colours’ off the throne, is Dash Berlin’s brand new single. The follow-up to the previous single, ‘Better Half Of Me’, is the warm and emotional ‘World Falls Apart’, one of the pieces of the upcoming Dash Berlin album. Featuring the vocals of US singer Jonathan Mendelsohn, this one is ruling the clubs, social media and charts. This new entry is going places, we’re telling you!

The latest single of tyDi’s ‘Shooting Stars’ album, ‘Talking To Myself’ ft. DJ Rap, has headed up to number 4!  Apart from that, it’s still the singles of Maison & Dragen and Planet Perfecto Knights that rule the Top 5.

New entries this week include Armin van Buuren’s ‘Orbion’, Antillas ft. Fiora ‘Damaged’ and Ben DJ’s ‘Rock It’!

Check the full Armada Stream 40 to see if your favourite is (still) in there!

Painting with the sounds of melodic prog-trance and the rough-edged voice of Chris Jones, is Brazilian producer Arjonas. Together, they present ‘Love Comes In Colours’!

Hot from his Sao Paulo studio, young talent Arjonas sets forth a warm, sensitive anthem. Delicate waves of melody rush in, carrying the characteristic voice of no one less than mister ‘Going Wrong’, ChrisJones. ‘Love Comes In Colours’ is a track that slowly, but steady, crawls under your skin. In both the original and acoustic mix.

If you’re in need of a tasty electro push, try the Dyro remix. He rocked this one to an absolute crowd-pleaser!

Moving nowhere else but on the way up since his debut release in 2010, made American producer Andrew Chen one of EDM’s names to look out for. Impressing audiences with several top notch productions under his Shogun moniker, has seen his name feature on several Top 10 charts and appear in the tracklists of numerous DJ sets and radio shows. And if the voters are on his side, his name will also shine on the International Dance Music Award for ‘Best Trance Track’!

In 2011, Shogun made a grand entrance with his new single ‘Skyfire’, rocking Armin van Buuren’s A State of Trance 2011 compilation. After its long-awaited release, it shot straight to the Beatport Trance Top 10. At the end of 2011, it was voted number 4 in the A State of Trance Top 20 of 2011, representing one of the most popular trance tracks of that year. And that’s not the end of the success for this atmospheric, melodic tune. ‘Skyfire’ is nominated for an IDMA on ‘Best Trance Track’!

If you want Shogun to win that much-wanted award, head off to the voting ballot and cast your vote now! Voting ends March 1st, so don’t be late!  http://wintermusicconference.com/idmaballot/finalballot