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• Armin van Buuren and HI-LO collab on ‘Now Love Will Begin’

  Trance icon Armin van Buuren and techno virtuoso HI-LO join forces on one of 2024’s most exciting collaborationss. Introducing ‘Now Love Will Begin,’ the genre-bending collaboration between trance icon Armin van Buuren and techno virtuoso HI-LO. Premiered on “A State of Trance” and a standout track included in Armin van Buuren and HI-LO’s much-talked-about B2B set at A State of Trance Rotterdam,  ’Now Love Will Begin’ is a groundbreaking fusion of techno’s pulsating rhythms and trance’s euphoric melodies. The song takes listeners on an exhilarating journey through the realms of both genres, igniting dance floors and hearts alike. “HI-LO (Oliver Heldens) and I just click so well. It was apparent during our back-to-back live set at A State of Trance in Rotterdam, and many others were able to see it as well when we connected on stage again in Miami during the Ultra Music Festival. I’m so happy that this natural flow between us extends to our studio work as well. We’re both so passionate about dance music, and I’m having such a great time being producer-nerdy in the studio with him. ‘Now Love Will Begin’ is what came out of it, and I’m so excited for the world to hear what we cooked up together!,” Van Buuren says. “In the last half a year, it’s been awesome working with Armin on several collabs and preparing for our b2b sets. Probably the highlight so far was when all of that came together during our b2b at A State of Trance Rotterdam, and even though the b2b set at A State of Trance Miami didn’t happen in the end due to severe weather conditions, we still had a lot of fun preparing for that set, and in general, it’s been lovely to connect on a deeper level. Our first collab, ‘Now Love Will Begin,’ definitely captures that spirit; I think it’s a meaningful banger of a tune that crosses boundaries, uniting the worlds of techno, uplifting trance, and psy-trance. Enjoy! :),” HI-LO adds. Get ready to experience the ultimate union of techno and trance, where love and music intertwine to create pure sonic ecstasy.  

• Gesaffelstein Announces New Album Arriving March 2024

  Gesaffelstein Announces “GAMMA,” First Studio Album in Five Years. Renowned French electronic music luminary Gesaffelstein has lifted the veil on his latest masterpiece, “GAMMA,” marking his first album release in five years. The announcement comes accompanied by a spine-tingling audiovisual trailer, providing a tantalizing glimpse into the sonic landscape of the album. Revealed within the trailer are not only the tracklist but also previews of the music, offering fans a taste of what’s to come. “GAMMA” promises to deliver a collection of 11 tracks that embody Gesaffelstein’s signature style and vision. Scheduled for release on March 29th, 2024, “GAMMA” heralds Gesaffelstein’s triumphant return to the forefront of the electronic music scene. This eagerly awaited album follows his critically acclaimed 2019 release, “Hyperion,” which introduced the world to timeless classics like “Lost in the Fire,” a collaboration with The Weeknd that quickly became a fan favorite. As anticipation reaches fever pitch for “GAMMA,” Gesaffelstein is also gearing up for his highly anticipated performance at Coachella, set to take place over two weekends in April 2024: April 12-14 and April 19-21. With his iconic presence and electrifying stage presence, fans can expect nothing short of an unforgettable live show. While details regarding a potential tour remain uncertain at this time, one thing is certain: Gesaffelstein’s return with “GAMMA” is poised to captivate audiences and solidify his status as a pioneering force in the realm of electronic music. GAMMA Tracklist Digital Slaves Hard Dreams Your Share of the Night Hysteria The Urge Mania Lost Love The Perfect Psycho Tyranny Emet https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=txiBdjUoyBo

• ARTBAT Release ‘Take Off’ Debut Collab With Armin van Buuren

  Electronic Powerhouse ARTBAT Enlist Trance Pioneer Armin van Buuren for Debut Collaboration ‘Take Off.’ Sparked by a chat backstage at Armin van Buuren’s flagship trance festival, A State of Trance, back in 2023, electronic music powerhouse duo ARTBAT have teamed up with the trance pioneer for a trance-meets-techno collaboration: ‘Take Off,’ released today on Armada Music. Merging the pulsating bassline and rolling rhythm, characteristic of an ARTBAT production, with Armin van Buuren’s signature trance builds, melodic chords, and driving bass, ‘Take Off’ skillfully infuses the Ukrainian pair’s distinctive output with the Dutchman’s expertise, resulting in a fresh and dynamic cross-genre debut linkup. “Collaborating with Armin van Buuren, who is such a legend in the dance game, has been really special,” ARTBAT says. “We can’t believe this collaboration hasn’t happened before now, and we’re very happy that Armin asked us to do a collaboration, which has brought something so special to our sound. It’s been enjoyable to explore and push the boundaries of both our sounds. It’s an honor to have worked alongside such a groundbreaker in his lane.” “ARTBAT’s exceptional performance at last year’s ‘A State of Trance’ festival sparked immense inspiration in me,” Armin van Buuren adds. “Even though I was deep into album mode and immersed in a sound that is quite different from ‘Take Off,’ their music prompted a lot of ideas. I thought of the ‘Space Case’ concept and how its theme, spoken word, and trancey stabs would chime in with the unique ARTBAT sound. This collaboration feels like it’s been a long time coming, and I’m thrilled it’s now seeing the light of day.”  ‘Take Off’ is available now via Armada Music.