For 25 years, Armin van Buuren has been the leader of the trance movement. What began as a humble radio show in 2001 has transformed into a global religion, uniting millions under the banner of the #TranceFamily. Today, as the world descends upon the Rotterdam Ahoy for the massive 2026 celebration, the King of Trance has released the ultimate time capsule: the A State of Trance: 25 Years – Official Anthem Collection.
Each year ASOT celebrates with a new theme. This year’s theme is Tranceformation, with the song ‘Always You‘, the anthem collection is a highlight of the anthems that defined each year of the radio show for the past 25 years.
| Track # | Year | Event / Milestone | Song Title | Artist(s) |
| 01 | 2026 | 25 Years (Elevation) | Always You | Armin van Buuren, Richard Durand & Dicosis |
| 02 | 2025 | Transformation | Is It Beautiful | Armin van Buuren & Ben Hemsley (ft. Lucy Pullin) |
| 03 | 2024 | Destination | Destination | Armin van Buuren, Ferry Corsten, Rank 1 & Ruben de Ronde |
| 04 | 2023 | Reflexion | Reflexion | Armin van Buuren & Cosmic Gate |
| 05 | 2021 | ASOT 1000 | Turn the World into a Dancefloor | Armin van Buuren |
| 06 | 2020 | ASOT 950 | Let the Music Guide You | Armin van Buuren |
| 07 | 2019 | ASOT 900 | Lifting You Higher | Armin van Buuren |
| 08 | 2018 | ASOT 850 | Be in the Moment | Armin van Buuren |
| 09 | 2017 | ASOT 800 | I Live for That Energy | Armin van Buuren |
| 10 | 2016 | ASOT 750 | I’m in a State of Trance | Ben Gold |
| 11 | 2015 | ASOT 700 | Together (In A State of Trance) | Armin van Buuren |
| 12 | 2014 | ASOT 650 | New Horizons | Jorn van Deynhoven |
| 13 | 2013 | ASOT 600 | The Expedition | Armin van Buuren & Markus Schulz |
| 14 | 2012 | ASOT 550 | Invasion | W&W |
| 15 | 2011 | ASOT 500 | Status Excessu D | GAIA |
| 16 | 2010 | ASOT 450 | 450 | Sebastian Brandt |
| 17 | 2009 | ASOT 400 | Java | Black Pearl (Roger Shah) |
| 18 | 2008 | ASOT 350 | The Night Sky | Sayla |
| 19 | 2007 | ASOT 300 | Misere | Aly & Fila |
| 20 | 2006 | ASOT 250 | Who Is Watching (M.I.K.E. Remix) | Armin van Buuren ft. Nadia Ali |
| 21 | 2005 | ASOT 200 | Serenity | Armin van Buuren ft. Jan Vayne |
| 22 | 2004 | Year Mix Theme | Burned with Desire (Rising Star Mix) | Armin van Buuren ft. Justine Suissa |
| 23 | 2003 | Radio Milestone | Sunburn (Walk Through the Fire) | Armin van Buuren |
| 24 | 2002 | Early Classic | Sky Falls Down | OceanLab |
| 25 | 2001 | The Beginning | Blue Fear | Armin van Buuren |
This isn’t just another festival, it’s a celebration of everything we’ve built together over 25 years. From classic trance to new sounds, from legends to fresh talent, ASOT 2026 is about uniting everyone who loves this music.
-Armin van Buuren
While the Rotterdam Ahoy is the epicenter of the 25-year celebration this weekend, the “Official Anthem Collection” kicks off a massive world tour. Fans in Poland (June 20) and Vietnam (June 13) can expect to hear these anthems echoing through stadiums as the 25-year milestone goes global.
The A State of Trance: 25 Years – Official Anthem Collection is out now on all major streaming platforms via Armind / Armada Music.
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