Episode 1271
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In Episode 1271 of A State of Trance, Armin van Buuren kicks off the show from Amsterdam, reflecting on a whirlwind week at Miami Music Week and Ultra Music Festival, where he hosted the State of Trance stage and premiered new tracks, including a collaboration with RG. He shares highlights from his set, featuring a cheeky mashup of Hilo and Amsterdam with an acapella from his track with Martin Garrix, 'Sleepless Nights.' The episode celebrates the upcoming State of Trance events in Vietnam and Hong Kong, with lineups featuring Cosmic Gate, Jelle, Nifra, and a highly anticipated face-to-face set with John Summit in Poland. A heartfelt segment features guest Joe Williams from Tampa, Florida, who shares how Armin’s 2018 track 'Great Spirit' with Vinnie Vici and Highlight Tribe helped introduce his friends to trance music during college and became a staple at house parties and EDC. The episode closes with a powerful tribute to the show’s third consecutive EDMA Award win for Best Radio Show, followed by Ferry Corsten’s monthly residency mix, spotlighting new artists like Super Strings, Paul Ocafolt, and Nora Mpure, and a special celebration of her 500th episode of Purify. The episode blends personal stories, global tour announcements, and high-energy trance music, reinforcing the community-driven spirit of the A State of Trance brand.
State of Trance is expanding globally with major events in Vietnam and Hong Kong, featuring top-tier artists like Cosmic Gate and John Summit.
Armin van Buuren’s Ultra Music Festival set, including a mashup of 'Hilo' and 'Amsterdam' with a Martin Garrix acapella, was a standout moment from Miami Music Week.
The EDMA Award win for Best Radio Show marks the third consecutive year, highlighting the show’s enduring connection with its global audience.
Personal stories from fans, like Joe Williams’ journey with 'Great Spirit,' illustrate the emotional and cultural impact of trance music.
Ferry Corsten’s April 2026 residency mix features fresh tracks from emerging artists and celebrates Nora Mpure’s 500th episode of Purify.
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Miami Music Week Recap & New Track Premieres
“I had such an amazing time over there. Friday the State of Trance stage hosting back-to-back set with Marlon Hofstadt and the main stage on Saturday.”
Global Expansion & Fan Stories
“That track meant the world to me during college. It was just something that I brought to a bunch of my friends and it was just a way to get a bunch of them into the trance scene as well.”
Fan Feature: Joe Williams & 'Great Spirit'
“That was on every single weekend. Then I remember at EDC you played it as well and my cousin and I just went hard.”
Ferry Corsten’s April 2026 Residency Mix
Ferry Corsten takes over the mix with a curated selection of new tracks from Super Strings, Paul Ocafolt, Nora Mpure, and Marsh, celebrating her 500th episode of Purify and showcasing the evolving sound of progressive and uplifting trance.
“That track meant the world to me during college. It was just something that I brought to a bunch of my friends and it was just a way to get a bunch of them into the trance scene as well.”
“State of Trance best radio show, three consecutive winners. And I just want to say that because guys you voted for us and thank you so much.”
“I had such an amazing time over there. Friday the State of Trance stage hosting back-to-back set with Marlon Hofstadt and the main stage on Saturday.”
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Armin van Buuren
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Ferry Corsten
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Joe Williams
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Ultra Music Festival
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Miami Music Week
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RG
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John Summit
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Cosmic Gate
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Highlight Tribe
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Vinnie Vici
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