To Armin van Buuren, music is a natural state of mind. The Dutch DJ and producer lives, breaths and sleeps on the wonders of the 4-to-4 beat and has been at it for more than 15 years. Nine of those years have involved the annual release of his A State of Trance compilation. A highlight for the trance-minded and dance addicts, now reaching for its 2012 edition. This is A State of Trance 2012, mixed by Armin van Buuren.

2012 is a year much discussed, both in and outside the dance scene. It’s the year in which the dance society celebrates the 550th episode and therefore 11th birthday of A State of Trance, Armin’s beloved radio show. With 7 shows planned for March, it’s another climax in the career of the Dutchman. 25 million listeners tune in every week, to enjoy Armin’s selection of the latest in trance and progressive, as well as a blend of exclusive tracks and remixes. With each compilation representing a new year in trance on a special 2 disc mix, Armin brings his fans the A State of Trance compilation. A series going strong since 2004, winning several IDMA awards for ‘Best Full Length DJ Mix’.

For 2012, Armin has found the perfect balance and track selection. From tracks produced especially for the ASOT series to new found gems from the upcoming league of dance producers. After weeks of preparation, A State of Trance 2012 is a fact!

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CD1: On The Beach

1. Omnia & IRA – The Fusion (Armin van Buuren’s Intro Edit)

2. VillaNaranjos – Granadella

3. Sunlounger feat. Zara Taylor – Try To Be Love (Roger Shah Naughty Love Mix)

4. The Blizzard – Piercing The Fog

5. Audien – Keep This Memory

6. Alexander Popov – When The Sun (Eximinds Remix)

7. Nash & Pepper – Ushuaia Memories

8. Mike Foyle & ReFeel – Universal Language

9. Tenishia – Always Loved, Never Forgotten (The Day Will Come)

10. Andy Moor feat. Jessica Sweetman – In Your Arms

11. Mark Otten – Hyperfocus (Wezz Devall Remix)

12. Armin van Buuren feat. Ana Criado – Suddenly Summer

13. Alex M.O.R.P.H. & Protoculture – Waking Up The Stars

14. Susana & Max Graham – Down To Nothing (A State of Trance Edit)

15. Lemon & Einar K – We Are What We Are

CD2: In The Club

1. Ashley Wallbridge – Mumbai Traffic (Club Mix – Armin van Buuren’s Intro Edit)

2. W&W – Invasion [ASOT 550 Anthem] (Club Mix)

3. Alexander Popov – Attractive Force

4. Orjan Nilsen – Amsterdam

5. James Dymond – Overthrow (Protoculture Remix)

6. Abstract Vision & Elite Electronic – Kinetic

7. Armin van Buuren presents Gaia – J’ai Envie De Toi

8. Abstract Vision & Elite Electronic – Blossom

9. Wiegel Meirmans Snitker – Nova Zembla (Armin van Buuren Remix)

10. Andrew Rayel – 550 Senta (Aether Mix)

11. Ralphie B – Icarus

12. MaRLo – Megalodon

13. Armin van Buuren & Orjan Nilsen – Belter

14. Gareth Emery feat. Christina Novelli – Concrete Angel (John O’Callaghan Remix)

15. Paul van Dyk feat. Ummet Ozcan – Dae Yor

16. John O’Callaghan & Heatbeat – Las Lilas

17. Aly & Fila vs Jwaydan – Coming Home