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. 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.ASOT Celebrates 25 Years With Official Anthem Collection
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