A selection of 100 top notch quality trancers, both fresh and sparkling new as never-forgotten classics. Some of the biggest tracks of today’s trance scene can be found in the popular Trance Top 100 series! Volume 13 brings you another 100 essentials, by the likes of Dash Berlin, Armin van Buuren, John O’Callaghan,  Ashley Wallbridge, Way Out West, Orjan Nilsen, Aly & Fila and many more!

Melting the warm voice of Inger Hansen and the Balearic touch of Roger Shah into one, is their new collab ‘Dance With Me’. Taken from Shah’s ‘Openminded?!’ album, this one lights the deepest hours of night.

If you’re looking for the perfect fusion of Balearic and rock, you’ll definitely fall in love with the collabs of Roger Shah and Inger Hansen. Both having their roots in Germany and sharing a big passion for music, resulted in 3 magical collaborations already. Now that ‘Breaking Waves’ and ‘Don’t Wake Me Up’ have resounded, it’s time for ‘Dance With Me’ to warm your nights. Driven by guitar, led by Inger’s deep and powerful voice and riding a strong melody, ‘Dance With Me’ moves you on the inside.

Today is a day that’ll bring back lots of memories. Memories of hours of listening to quality music, sharing a passion and uniting people from all across the planet. These good times were caused by the A State of Trance 550 celebration, but that surely wasn’t the end of these wonderful happening. The A State of Trance invasion continues, and this time it’s the city of New York that’s going to rock!

On May 19th, the Electric Daisy Carnival in the Metlife Stadium of New York will be hosting a very special stage: A State of Trance. The sound of trance will make the Big Apple sway, swing and mesmerize its visitors. With more than 100,000 visitors, DJ’s ATB, Markus Schulz, Rank 1, Gareth Emery, John O’Callaghan, Jochen Miller, Tritonal and Sied van Riel behind the decks and millions of people tuning in from all across the globe, this is looking up to be another unique experience for trance lovers.

If you can’t be part of the Electric Daisy Carnival in New York, then be sure to tune into the live broadcast via www.astateoftrance.com. From there, we will keep you updated with pictures and news from the ASOT stage and studio. If you want to communicate with our ASOT team and keep up to date on the latest news, follow @ASOTlive on Twitter and use hashtag #asot. Our team will try to reply to as many questions as possible, and might even retweet pictures of your ASOT party at home!

Don’t miss this! Check www.astateoftrance.com for more info!

Timetable (EDT):
11:00    12:00     Warm-up hour
12:00     13:00     Sied van Riel
13:00     14:00     Rank 1
14:00     15:15     Jochen Miller
15:15     16:30     Tritonal
16:30     17:45     John O’Callaghan
17:45     19:00     Gareth Emery
19:00     20:15     Markus Schulz
20:15     21:30     ATB
21:30     23:00     (SUPRISE ACT)

Timetable (CET):
17:00     18:00     Armin’s warm-up hour
18:00     19:00     Sied van Riel
19:00     20:00     Rank 1
20:00     21:15     Jochen Miller
21:15     22:30     Tritonal
22:30     23:45     John O’Callaghan
23:45     01:00     Gareth Emery
01:00     02:15     Markus Schulz
02:15     03:30     ATB
03:30     05:00     Surprise Act

Markus Schulz reveals the new musical promises for the month of May! Approved by the 10 million listeners of his Global DJ Broadcast show and road tested by the world’s number 9 DJ, these are the tracks that belong to the personal favourites of US producer/DJ Markus Schulz!

Including the tunes of Wellenrausch, Deepsoul Duo, Protoculture, Aaron Camz, Cerf, Mitiska & Jaren, Danilo Ercole and many more, the new monthly Top 20 lands another slick selection of must-have tunes!

Pre-order on iTunes now!

With the A State of Trance invasion happening at the first ever New York edition of Electric Daisy, gathering 100,000 visitors a day and uniting millions of online listeners online, we’ve got all the right reasons to turn this weekend into an official A State of Trance weekend! Time for you to discover the highlights on Spotify!

With special ASOT classics, current hits and the latest releases of the ASOT DJ’s and of course Armin van Buuren himself, you’ll be enjoying hours of quality trance & progressive! Check out the official A State of Trance playlist and indulge yourself!

It’s been a while since we last heard a Mike Shiver tune kick in. But the Swedish producer makes up for it. Featuring the mind-shivering vocals of Bo Bruce, ‘Still Here’ is the perfect prog-trance to welcome spring.

Quailty over quantity, is a saying Mike Shivers lives up to. The young Swedish talent delivers time and again, releasing masterpieces such as ‘Give Me Faith’, ‘Everywhere You Are’ and ‘Slacker’.

If there’s one thing he’s good at, it’s finding the perfect balance between the touching warmth of vocals and the rousing beat of a good prog-houser. And so he does on ‘Still Here’. A strong vocal piece that’ll get in under your skin in no time.

The magical voice of Emma Hewitt has kicked Dash Berlin off the throne. This week’s number one isn’t the beautiful ‘Go It Alone’, but Emma’s latest single ‘Miss You Paradise’, in the Shogun remix! Emma, who has just released her debut album ‘Burn The Sky Down’, brings us another warm and strong track that just blows you away!

The Top 5 of this week’s Armada Stream 40 is made of nothing but BIG tunes! From number 2, W&W’s hard-hitting ‘Shotgun’, to the highest climber of this week, Armin van Buuren’s massive football inspired tune ‘We Are Here To Make Some Noise’! Taking charge of number 4 right now, is Dash Berlin’s ‘Go It Alone’, closely followed by ‘The Fusion’ of Ukraine hero Omnia & IRA.

Other new entries in this popularity list include the latest tunes of Andy Moor & Ashley Wallbridge, Giuseppe Ottaviani, Rick Mitchells & Bas van Essen and Roger Shah! Wanna check if your favourite is in there? Then head off to the full Armada Stream 40 right now!

In February 2012, Armin van Buuren landed another edition of his beloved and award-winning A State of Trance series. For the ninth year in a row, he’s giving sound to a year of quality trance, progressive and everything in between. Filled with exclusive tracks and hidden gems, it has become another favourite of the dance community.

You’ll find a big selection of those musical jewels gathered on the ‘A State of Trance 2012 Unmixed’ pack. Volume 1 brings you the tunes of W&W, Nash & Pepper, Mark Otten, Mike Foyle, Ashley Wallbrige, John O’Callaghan & Heatbeat and many more!

Following the highly acclaimed release of “Winter” at the start of the year - “Spring” is the second compilation from electronic music pioneer Paul Oakenfold’s Four Seasons album & live show concept.

As the sun finally returns and a new season blossoms Paul Oakenfold marks the occasion with a fresh and exciting mix album filled with a vibrant blend of music that reflects perfectly the transition from dark to light.

With a cutting edge tracklist featuring music from many of Paul’s current favourite producers including Beatman & Ludmilla, Federation, Thomas Datt, Robert Vadney, Protoculture, Eximinds, Eshericks and Magnus this mix showcases once again the seamless programming and soundscape creation skills of one of the few headline DJs of today that is truly worthy of the title legend.

From the opening lush, ambient chords and haunting, atmospheric pipes of Prayag Rishab’s beautiful mix of “All Good Things” through to the closing indie-breaks anthem “About to Fall” from Future Funk Squad and Beatman & Ludmilla – “Spring” is a melodic journey reflecting the arrival of colour and new life.

There are no genre boundaries – only great records – carefully selected and meticulously blended to create the story of “Spring”.

Get it on iTunes or Beatport now!

Making the world a little more colorful with each song, Australian singer/songwriter Emma Hewitt is proud to present her long-awaited debut album, ‘Burn The Sky Down’. Fusing ambient and pop with electronic music, each track reveals a new side of the multi-talented songstress. While taking the listener on an eclectic ride into her private universe, Emma’s warm voice lights the sky and shows exactly why the world is ready for her.

Having worked with EDM’s producer elite and winning the ‘Best Hi-NRG/Euro Track’ award at the International Dance Music Awards of 2010 with Dash Berlin collaboration ‘Waiting’, has made Emma Hewitt one of the fastest rising names in dance land. Her characteristic and versatile voice became a favorite both in and outside the EDM scene. Outstanding live performances and acoustic sessions have made her a universal crowd favorite. With ‘Burn The Sky Down’, Emma Hewitt is ready to be more than a featured vocalist.

Thinking outside the box, the album slides down multiple genres and reaches far beyond the expected. Emma: “I didn’t particularly focus on being driven by a specific genre or style so much for the album. I really tried to let each song be what I felt it should be, so stylistically it is quite eclectic, although there is definitely a common thread running through the entirety. We worked with producer Lee Groves on the album, he has worked with artists such as Marilyn Manson, Gwen Stefani and Depeche Mode, so he was great at creating the ambient soundscapes we were looking for. I wanted to cover some different territory to what people may have traditionally heard or expected from me, and to show that no matter what style the tracks were produced in, the essence and spirit of the songs remained the same. In the end we have a landscape of different moods and dynamics that will hopefully take the listener on a bit of a journey. Each song will have an ambient, or slightly pop version as well as all the various dance remixes.”

‘Burn The Sky Down’ brings you the warm and welcoming ‘Colours’, the driving ‘Foolish Boy’, dark and seductive ‘Rewind’ and ‘Crucify’, and the haunting ‘State That I’m In’ amongst many other musical jewels. Bursting with touching lyrics, strong vocals and heart-rending melodies, this is Emma Hewitt in full flight.

Get the album on iTunes  or Beatport now!

Emma Hewitt Tour dates:
May 03 Venue, Vancouver, Canada
May 05 Part of Dash Berlin’s ‘#musicislife’ tour, Six flags, Mexico city
May 11 Part of Dash Berlin’s ‘#musicislife’ tour, Espacio San Pedro, Monterrey
May 12 Part of Dash Berlin’s ‘#musicislife’ tour, Guadalajara
May 18 Electric Daisy Carnival (with Cosmic Gate) , New York, NY
May 26 Avalon 21+ (with Cosmic Gate), Los Angeles, CA
May 27 Avalon 18+ (with Cosmic Gate), Los Angeles, CA
June 01 Entrance, Medan, Indonesia
June 02 Illigals, Jakarta, Indonesia
June 08 Republic (with Cosmic Gate), Winnipeg, Canada
June 09 Electric Daisy Carnival (with Cosmic Gate), Las Vegas, NV
June 21 Big Love Festival (with Cosmic Gate), Chengdu, China
June 23 Innovation White (with Cosmic Gate), Manila, Philippines
June 28 Sutra OC, Costa Mesa, CA
June 29 Flames Central (with Cosmic Gate), Calgary, Canada
July 01 Marquee Pool (with Cosmic Gate), Las Vegas, NV
July 07 Makronissos Beach (with Cosmic Gate), Aiya Napa, Cyprus

It’s coming closer and closer… that long, hot summer we’re all longing for. With one thing in particular: the A State of Trance invasion on Ibiza! For no less than 14 weeks, ASOT will land in Europe’s biggest club, Privilege, and gather trance lovers from all across the globe. For those that have booked their trip or waiting until they know if their favorite DJ’s are playing, we’ve now got the first few line-ups!

We know you’ve been asking for the line-up for weeks and weeks. Well, here it finally is! And it surely won’t disappoint you. The kick-off of ASOT at Ibiza on June 25th won’t only bring you the beats of Markus Schulz, Dash Berlin and Jochen Miller, but also have Armin van Buuren himself gracing the decks! Armin will play all nights – except for July 23rd, the birthday of his daughter. While Markus Schulz does his solo night on August 6th, Armin does an all-nighter on August 13th.

Armin van Buuren
Markus Schulz
Dash Berlin
Jochen Miller

Armin van Buuren
Markus Schulz
Orjan Nilsen
Shogun

Armin van Buuren
Markus Schulz
Dash Berlin
Cosmic Gate

For more info, tickets and the full line-ups for each night, keep an eye on www.astateoftrance.com/ibiza.  See you on Ibiza!

Since making his debut on Armada’s Aropa label, dance land embraced the sound of James Dymond. The UK producer is on for another round of crowd pleasing, this time with the mesmerizing ‘Paladin’ and ‘Odyssey’.

Honoring the classic sound of trance, James makes his productions shine out with a strong build-up, emotional break and sturdy pay-off. Both ‘Paladin’and ‘Odyssey’ follow that heavy-impact recipe, creating a special vibe each time they ride silence.

Though there’s no better treatment for dancefloor destruction but the Heatbeat one, it’s now time to trade places. Argentinean duo Heatbeat sees their monster-hits ‘Arganda’ and ‘Rocker Monster’ remixed by Chris Schweizer, Kent & Gian and Tomas Heredia!

It’s starting to grow normal. Each time a new Heatbeat track hits the stores, it ends up topping charts and ruling radio shows and dance floors alike. ‘Arganda’ and ‘Rocker Monster’ are two of their latest highlights, and now get a full remix treatment by some of the scene’s most promising talents. And not just any talents. These three producers are all Buenos Aires-bound, and thus home to the same city as Heatbeat.

First there’s ‘Arganda’, undergoing a big-room remix Chris Schweizer. Playful, electro-house mixes with stabby melodic tech. A sturdy remix by one of Heabeat’s personal favourites. Kent & Gian, reconstructing and thickening ‘Rocker Monster’, bring out an even bigger monster in this one. For those that seek a milder, warm version of ‘Rocker Monster’, it’s Tomas Heredia’s remix you’re after.

Life doesn’t always turn out to be the perfect paradise we’re hoping for. But while we’re dreaming, it’s the voice of Emma Hewitt that’ll keep us going. With ‘Miss You Paradise’, the second single of her debut album, she takes us to an all-time high.

The astonishing success of her first solo single won’t be easy to match. But the second jewel to rise from her ‘Burn Down The Sky’ album is just as refined and delicate as the warm ‘Colours’. A strong and catchy tune unfolds, as soon as ‘Miss You Paradise’ kicks in. Blending the influences of rock, pop and ambient, while carrying the weight of Emma’s strong vocals, it’s another bit of paradise you just have to discover.

Next to the enchanting original, there’s several remixes for the electronic dance lovers. Part 2 of the remix pack, brings you the stunning down-tempo Strings & Acoustic mix, as well as remixes by US producer Beckwith and UK duo Venom One.

If contagious, funky house is what you’re aiming for, try the Beckwithremix. The US producer re-wrote the melody and turned it into a warm, feel-good track. Looking for a mix of dubstep and quality house? Enjoy UK’s dubstep phenomenon Venom One. Their remix of ‘Miss You Paradise’ hits in exactly where it should.

A new sensation has struck dance land. The Letthemusicplay project might be covered in mystery, but they let their music do the talking. Shortly after their debut track ‘Space’, they hit it off with another winner: ‘Waves’.

‘Waves’ definitely has some stories to tell. A hypnotizing tune, with waves of melody rushing in, takes over as soon as the first note has landed. A genuine mix of progressive, house and a twist of tech-house. ‘Waves’ balances diversity, to perfect level.

Scottish producer Akira Kiteshi stirs it with some fine dnb, French wizard Alex Gopher makes it ride some incredible, mesmerizing synths and last but not least on these remix-duties, is the renowned RAC collective, making sure ‘Waves’ rides a funky feel-good sound.

This weekend, the grounds of New York city will be shaken by the Electric Daisy Carnival. Gathering 100,000 visitors a day, the three-day festival is one of the season’s highlights in the USA. Now that the American clubbers have completely embraced EDM, one of the leading lights in that new movement steps up: A State of Trance. On Saturday May 19th, A State of Trance will invade the first ever EDC in New York city!

The ASOT 550 world tour, which touched down in Miami and Los Angeles in March, was live broadcast and marked a highlight in the history of the American EDM scene. In sequence to these shows, A State of Trance lands its very own stage at the Electric Daisy Carnival Festival. Not just the visitors of the festival will enjoy the star-studded line-up, but the entire world will be part of it, all through the live broadcast on www.astateoftrance.com.

With DJ’s ATB, Markus Schulz, Gareth Emery, John O’Callaghan, Jochen Miller, Tritonal, Rank 1 and Sied van Riel behind the decks, the A State of Trance area will be a real Mecca for trance lovers. Including world-class performances, special effects, theatrical displays, interactive art installations, and much, much more, it will be a party to remember.

During the live broadcast, the ASOT live team will be chatting with the listeners via the @ASOTlive Twitter account and through Armin van Buuren’s Facebook page. All listeners are invited to send their tweets, questions, pictures and all else, to the social media channels of the A State of Trance team.

Timetable (EDT):
12:00 13:00 Sied van Riel
13:00 14:00 Rank 1
14:00 15:15 Jochen Miller
15:15 16:30 Tritonal
16:30 17:45 John O’Callaghan
17:45 19:00 Gareth Emery
19:00 20:15 Markus Schulz
20:15 21:30 ATB
21:30 23:00 (SUPRISE ACT)

Tickets for the Electric Daisy Carnival at the MetLife Stadium in New York are available via www.electricdaisycarnival.com. If you can’t be there, be sure to tune into the live broadcast via www.astateoftrance.com!

Armada Music’s latest addition to the house of music, is M Recordings. A label set up to manifest our love for that ongoing house beat, the never-ending melodies and the sound that’s been haunting the speakers for over 25 years. M Recordings launches with the feel-good tune ‘Specialize in Love’, by none other than Gary Caos!

Having a passion for everything housy since hitting the clubs in 1996, Italian producer Gary Caos finds himself ever rocking the scene more than 15 year later. Known for his contagious and funky touch, with hits such as ‘Jack Hits The Road’, ‘Party People’ and ‘It’s Not Right’, makes him the right producer to represent the first and promising release of M Recordings.

‘Specialize in Love’ is the type of tune to get everyone dancing. With its sway rhythm, groovy melody and oldskool sound, it’ll take you right back to the early days of house music. A golden kick-off to M Recordings!

The long-awaited follow-up to monster hit ‘We Control The Sunlight’ is about to kick in. Set for release in June, is Aly & Fila’s collaboration with singer Jwadan, the beautiful ‘Coming Home’. Another enchanting track, that surrounds you like a warm blanket on a cold night.

And what better place to shoot the official music video than their home country Egypt? Aly & Fila revealed a picture of one of the locations: near the stunning pyramids. Keep an eye on our website for the result of the shoot. And enjoy the music video of ‘We Control The Sunlight’ in the meantime!

On the look-out for the summer anthem of 2012? Well, you’ve found it! New York FM and Australian singer and Idols winner Natalie Gauci give sound to the festival season, kicking in with the feel-good tune of ‘Everytime’.

With its deep, growling bass, funky rhythm and melodic flow, ‘Everytime’ buzzes right in. A highlight of prog-house delight, with the warm vocals of the winner of Australian Idols 2007, miss Gauci. Bring on the long days of summer!

Dutch duo Disfunktion triggers the big-room senses, making their remix of ‘Everytime’ bursting with energetic house, melodic swirls and synthy stabs.

Paul van Dyk’s giving you a taste of his personal favourites! The legendary DJ/producer shows us his selection of personal favourites, approved and love by the crowds and essential for all PVD fans. Through his ‘Vonyc Sessions Selections’ series, he keeps you up to date on all of the hottest tracks in dance land, so that’s exactly what he does on number 5!

From the proggy tracks of Dinka, Protoculture and Audien to the trancy vibes of Paul Oakenfold, Nitrous Oxide, Activa and Andy Duguid, Paul provides all of this season’s essentials!

Now available for pre-order on iTunes!