He has been named number one in the prestigious DJ MAG Top 100 poll four times in a row, from 2007 till 2010 and for the 5th time in 2012. He's the first DJ in the history of the DJ Magazine to achieve that and an indication of his prolific output over more than 14 years he’s been dj’ing and producing. Being the official World’s Most Popular DJ is just one of his many achievements, but the driving force behind his success is an overriding passion for electronic dance music.
2008 began with the success that the number one DJ seems to attract; he was awarded with the prestigious Buma Cultuur Pop Award in January. This was followed by being voted as the Best Trance Artist in the Beatport Music Awards in March; judged on the musician’s artistic achievements, national and international success, it is evident that Armin van Buuren has become one of the decade’s most influential trance acts.
Even a basic list of recent successes reads like a lifetime of work: ‘Best Album’ for artist album ‘Shivers’ at both the Dutch Release Dance Awards and the prestigious Edison Awards; ‘Best Compilation’ for ‘A State Of Trance’, in 2006, claiming the ‘Best European DJ’ award in 2007 and ‘Best Mix Radio Show’ at the Miami Winter Music Conference in 2006 and 2007, for radio show ‘A State Of Trance’ – now broadcasting on a massive 40 FM stations as well as satellite and internet radio, with over 26 million listeners a week; a 5th year residency in Ibiza at Amnesia and over 50,000 downloads every week from podcasting high end chart-bothering positions all over the world for singles, albums and compilations , with single “Rush Hour” used as the theme tune to the UEFA European Youth Championship; the #1 entry in the Dutch album charts with his artist album ‘Imagine’, the #1 entry of the DVD registration of ‘Armin Only ‘ Imagine’ – the landmarks just keep coming!
The 350th episode and the 7th year of the hit radio show ‘A State of Trance’ was celebrated in May 2008 with an eight hour live broadcast from Antwerp in Belgium to over 40 radio stations internationally. Fans were invited to a free party with a line up that had been voted for by the show’s listeners; another example of the importance the DJ places on the satisfaction of his fans. Considering the popularity of the radio show the introduction of ‘A State of Trance Podcast’ was a natural progression. The weekly podcasts which contain highlights and Armin’s favourite tracks from the previous episode ensure that trance lovers across the world will never miss another episode!
Sold-out shows for Armin Only in 2005 and 2006 created eager anticipation of the third edition, which kicked off in a sold-out Jaarbeurs in Utrecht in 2008; over 16,000 fans attended and were enthralled by the DJ’s nine hour set. The theme of the night was ‘Imagine’, described by Armin as “the celebration of our sensations both in life and in clubland.” Fans all around the world should not despair, as ‘Armin Only’ tour dates have also been set for Romania, Poland, Belgium and Australia; the DJ will also be touring in England, Scotland, Ibiza, Brazil, Mexico, Canada, and the USA, with expected dates in, for an example, the Czech Republic.
Born in Leiden, Holland (on December 25, 1976) to a musical family, Armin indulged his passion for music from a young age. He spent all the money he earned with his paper round on records. His mum won a computer when he was 10, gaining Armin’s interest. “So as a little nerdy kid I was writing my own basic programmes, and learnt about the technology from there.” He progressed from making low-profile mix tapes for friends to higher profile mixes when he discovered experimenting with different sequences on his computer through his uncle. “I was so stunned by what I saw him doing on the computer, that I got addicted to creating music right there and then!”
“I loved dance music immediately – this great rebellious sound that was so different to the ‘beautiful’ songs of the years before”. Armin cites electronic pioneer Jean Michel Jarre as a major influence (famed for his awesome visuals as well as his groundbreaking synth sounds), as well as Dutch producer Ben Liebrand, who later mentored him in his mixing and producing.
In the early days, Armin thought it was wise to have something extra in case the DJ’ing didn’t work out. So he studied for a law degree. The final year of his course was inevitably stretched as he juggled his studies with his increasingly hectic schedule; his rise to fame included lots of productions and remixes, as well as playing out to packed clubs every weekend. It took him three years to graduate, but his determination made him succeed!
Armin’s own productions have all made a huge impact and quickly gain worldwide acclaim; his latest artist album titled ‘Imagine’ entered the Dutch Album Top 100 Chart at number one; this is the first time a dance producer has ever accomplished such a feat in the history of Dutch music. The first single to be taken from this album, ‘Going Wrong’ with DJ Shah featuring Chris Jones, entered the Dutch Singles Chart at number five. The ‘Armin Only DVD’ was also released and reached the acclaimed number one spot in its second week. His back catalogue includes Blue Fear, Communication, Sound of Goodbye, Shivers, Rush Hour, Burned With Desire, Exhale, Love You More, This World Is Watching Me, and Yet Another Day. While the remix offers flood in, Armin only takes on tracks that he really loves. He uses exactly the same criteria for his compilations, meaning that every release from Armin or his long-running Armind label is a bone fide stormer that’s earned its place. His output includes tracks for the cult TV series 24, and the likes of Motorcycle’s As The Rush Comes.
Armin is a dedicated trance lover, but isn’t imprisoned by a single genre, saying “What makes trance work so well is that it doesn’t stick to one style, and can incorporate electro, minimal, whatever it likes.” His desire to showcase more of the great music he hears, along with the number of people sending him tracks they wanted to release, led to the obvious step of starting his own label, Armada, in 2003.
The label is a joint venture between Armin, Maykel Piron (former head of A&R for Warner Music) and David Lewis, who'd previously managed Armin. "What we wanted was a company that could offer everything for an artist: representation, a booking agency, and a record company. Artists can choose full management, or to just release a record or play out at gigs. Armada lets the artists choose what they want without telling them what to do".
Armin is now a fully-fledged artist in his own right, having made his songwriting debut on his album, the award-winning Shivers; The events continue to get bigger and bigger, and Armin regularly headlines the likes of Sensation White, Global Gathering, Dance Valley, ZoukOut, Mysteryland, Coachella, Beats In Brazil, Trance Energy, Fort Dance, Summer Days – basically whether you’re in Australia, Russia, the Middle East, the US or Europe, you can catch Armin van Buuren at a club or festival near you!
"This is just what I really want," says Armin. "It’s not just love for music, it’s my passion. It goes beyond liking, and beyond a hobby, it’s about a way of living. Music is essential to my life”.
No More Alone
Armin van Buuren Lyrics
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Like a ghost of a shadow, barely alive
Even times in a rush
But its going nowhere
Everyones connected but no one is connecting
The human element has long been missing
Tell me, have you seen it?
Or are we alone?
'Cause I need something to believe in
Tell me, are we alone?
Where is the life? Where is the feeling?
Is anybody out there?
Is anyone listening?
Is anyone left in this whole world?
Or are we alone?
Alone
Where is the feeling?
Everybody needs to know
Somebody who cares.
Just a friendly face
You can trust to be there.
Are you afraid to be known
And not be a stranger?
Cause everyones connected but no one is connecting
The human element has long been missing
Tell me, have you seen it?
Have you seen it?
Or are we alone?
'Cause I need something to believe in
Tell me, are we alone?
Where is the life? Where is the feeling?
Is anybody out there?
Is anyone listening?
Is anyone left in this whole world?
Or are we alone?
Alone
Is anyone left in this whole world?
Or are we alone?
Alone
The song "No More Alone" by Armin van Buuren is a poignant commentary on modern life and the feelings of isolation that can often come with it. The lyrics speak of people walking on the edge of life like a ghost of a shadow, barely alive, rushing but going nowhere. The idea that everyone is connected but no one is actually connecting is a central theme in the song. The human element, the thing that makes us feel alive and connected to others, seems to be missing. The lyrics ask if anyone is listening, if anyone is left in this whole world, or if we are truly alone.
The song addresses the need for human connection, the desire to be known and cared for, and the fear of being a stranger. The idea of a friendly face we can trust to be there is something we can all relate to. The song suggests that we are all looking for something to believe in, something that will give us a sense of purpose and meaning in life. The repetition of the question "are we alone?" highlights the feeling of isolation and the longing for connection.
Overall, "No More Alone" is a powerful song that captures the angst and loneliness of modern life. It highlights the need for human connection and the importance of feeling part of something greater than ourselves. The song is a reminder that we are all in this together, and that we need to reach out to each other if we are to feel truly alive.
Line by Line Meaning
Everyone is walking on the edge of life
Every person is living their life in peril and uncertainty
Like a ghost of a shadow, barely alive
People are living their lives without any real purpose or meaning
Even times in a rush
People are constantly in a hurry, perpetually in motion
But its going nowhere
Despite the constant activity, there is no progress or destination in sight
Everyones connected but no one is connecting
Although people are linked through technology, they are not truly engaging with each other
The human element has long been missing
The emotional connection and intimacy between people has been absent for a while
Tell me, have you seen it?
Asking if the listener has witnessed this lack of human connection
Have you seen it?
Reiterating the previous question
Or are we alone?
Asking if humans are truly alone in their solitary and disconnected lives
'Cause I need something to believe in
Expressing a longing for a hopeful and fulfilling belief or purpose
Where is the life? Where is the feeling?
Questioning the absence of excitement and emotion from life
Is anybody out there?
Asking if there are any responsive or empathetic people present
Is anyone listening?
Asking if there is anyone who is truly hearing and understanding
Is anyone left in this whole world?
Wondering if there is anyone who values human connection and interaction
Alone
Emphasizing the solitary and disconnected state of contemporary life
Everybody needs to know
Highlighting the necessity of interpersonal relationships
Somebody who cares.
Expressing the need for someone who is compassionate and attentive
Just a friendly face
Describing the simple and positive nature of true human connection
You can trust to be there.
Stressing the importance of dependable and supportive individuals
Are you afraid to be known
Asking if there is any fear of exposing one's true self to others
And not be a stranger?
Asking if there is a desire to be seen and understood by others
Is anyone left in this whole world?
Reiterating the previous question about the presence of truly empathetic people
Or are we alone?
Restating the question about the isolated state of modern life
Alone
Reemphasizing the theme of seclusion and lack of human connection
Lyrics © Downtown Music Publishing, Kobalt Music Publishing Ltd.
Written by: Giuseppe Ottaviani
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
@ivansalazaralegre5824
Giuseppe Ottaviani el gran MAESTRO y creador de el track TRANCE que marco mi vida,para mi este es de los mejores tracks de la historia del trance.
@D8aChannel
always great work by guiseppe ottaviani
@valeried.g310
La vidéo superbe❤️ EXCELLENT❤️💖 SON & MUSIQUE 🔉💥🔥👍🏻
@Algalord87
un video fantastico, complimenti a chi l'ha fatto. la musica ti va fa viaggiare nello spazio!!! TRANCE4EVER
@cyprokka
They don't often make beautiful trance like this these days :(
@oscarframofr
De mis canciones favoritas!!
@soccerrayray9
I'm Loving these Abstract videos. Keep them coming.!!!!
@MrBALLarina89
Großartiges Video zu diesem Hammmmer Track!!
@k4qdex
Asot 368, never forget
@fabrizi0g6
very good! def one of the best!!!