Dreamstate, established in 2015 by Insomniac, is a premier global trance music festival. It champions all forms of trance, from progressive and psytrance to uplifting and techno-infused styles. Known for immersive experiences, ethereal visuals, and state-of-the-art sound, it unites a passionate community. A "10 Years of Dreamstate" compilation features various trance icons.
Paul Oakenfold is a three-time GRAMMY-nominated electronic music artist with 5 million albums sold. He has produced and remixed for major acts like Madonna, U2, and Michael Jackson. Known for historic performances, he played a DJ set at Mount Everest base camp and became the first artist to perform at Stonehenge.
Grammy-nominated German electronic music legend Cosmic Gate spans over 27 years. Known for classic albums like Fire Wire and hit singles, the enduring export also runs Wake Your Mind records and a weekly radio show, shaping global dance music.
Gareth Emery is a British electronic songwriter, DJ and record producer. He’s hit iTunes #1 in 25+ countries and amassed billions of streams. Known for high-impact shows with lasers, visuals and live instrumentation, he created Laserface and debuted LSR/CITY.
Formed by Erez Aizen and Amit Duvdevani, Israeli Goa and psy-trance duo Infected Mushroom gained international success with albums like Classical Mushroom and IM the Supervisor. Known for blending electronic music with rock, hip-hop, and live instrumentation, they have collaborated with artists including Korn's Jonathan Davis and Perry Farrell, and produced music for Lady Gaga.
Grammy-nominated Dutch DJ Ferry Corsten blends trance, house, and techno. Known for hits like Punk and Out of the Blue as System F, he has remixed U2 and Justin Bieber. He was knighted as an Officer in the Order of Oranje-Nassau in 2022.
Lane 8 is a house producer known for his dreamy melodic sound and as the founder of the This Never Happened label and touring concept. With five albums released, his diverse style blends 90s hip hop, European techno, and electronica.
Vini Vici is a psytrance duo from Afula, consisting of Aviram and Matan. Known for their hit Great Spirit, they became the first psytrance act to play main stages at Tomorrowland, ULTRA, and Lollapalooza. They launched Alteza Records and collaborated with Steve Aoki and R3HAB.
Andrew Bayer is a twice Grammy-nominated electronic music producer known for progressive and trance releases. A prominent LGBTQ+ act in the genre, he has headlined major festivals like Ultra and Electric Daisy Carnival and collaborated with artists including Armin van Buuren and Seven Lions.
Armin van Buuren is a Grammy-nominated Dutch DJ and producer known as a leading figure in the trance movement. With a career spanning over twenty years, he has ranked number one in the DJ Mag Top 100 DJs poll five times and hosts the radio show A State of Trance.
Dutch-born, Australian-raised DJ and producer MaRLo is a leading force in trance music, celebrated for his signature "MaRLo sound." He consistently ranks among top global DJs, delivering energetic sets and popular tracks like "Boom" and "The Island." His "Altitude" concert series and "Reaching Altitude" label highlight his enduring impact.
Trance artist Craig Connelly has built a 13-year career with three artist albums, eleven Beatport Trance number ones, and major festival performances like EDC Las Vegas and Dreamstate SoCal. His acclaimed releases include A Sharper Edge and Believe In Magic.
German DJ and producer Paul van Dyk helped shape progressive trance since the mid-1990s with hits like For an Angel. He earned a Grammy nomination, released albums including Reflections and Evolution, and drove global dance culture through his music and mix series.
Helsinki-born DJ and producer Yotto plays melodic house and techno. He has remixed Gorillaz, Coldplay, and Diplo, amassed hundreds of millions of streams, and founded the Odd One Out label. His releases include his second artist album, Growth.
Northern Ireland native Billy Gillies is a trance DJ and producer known for his soaring melodies and high-energy tech trance. With eight Beatport number ones and viral tracks like Lagoon and Youth, he has headlined festivals worldwide.
Ruben De Ronde is a Dutch DJ, producer, and radio host celebrated for his progressive and trance music. He co-hosts "A State of Trance" with Armin van Buuren and founded Statement! Recordings. His discography features tracks like "Destination" (ASOT 2024 Anthem with Armin van Buuren, Ferry Corsten, Rank 1) and collaborations with artists including Above & Beyond. He is known for his atmospheric, emotive sound.
Mauro Picotto is an influential Italian techno and trance DJ, producer, and the first Italian DJ to tour the world. Known for hits like Komodo, Iguana, Lizard, and Pulsar, he also founded the Ibiza party Meganite and made history mixing live on Top Of The Pops.
Bryan Kearney, from Dublin, Ireland, is a prominent DJ/producer known for high-energy trance, uplifting, and tech-trance. He founded Kearnage Recordings and hosts the Kearnage radio show. His acclaimed tracks include "Exactly" and "More To Life", with "U" (remix) and "Take This" earning A State of Trance Tune of the Year awards. He collaborates with artists like Plumb and John O'Callaghan.
Klangkuenstler, born Michael Korb in Füssen, Germany, is a German DJ and producer. He transitioned from deep house to a hard, industrial techno sound, drawing influence from 90s rave culture. Renowned for dynamic, high-energy performances and tracks such as "Toter Schmetterling" and "Weltschmerz", he founded Zuckerton Records and the Outworld label, which also encompasses an immersive, sci-fi-inspired event series. He is a significant figure in the global techno scene.
Scottish DJ and producer David Rust is known for high-energy trance and hard dance. He blends trance, techno, and harder styles with fast BPMs and bouncy basslines. He has performed in over 40 countries at major festivals like EDC Las Vegas, Creamfields, and Mysteryland.
From Gothenburg, Sweden, Terra delivers electrifying indie rock. Renowned for captivating live shows and sharply observant lyrics, they've garnered awards and nominations. Albums like "Livslinjen" and their debut "Terrarism" highlight their distinctive sound, solidifying their place in the music scene.
German producer/DJ Jerome Isma-ae is known for his unique progressive house style blending trance, techno, and powerful basslines. He's a top-selling act, touring 80+ countries.
Dutch producer Estiva is a leading melodic/progressive house artist known for refined, emotional club records. He has 118M+ streams; album Infinita spawned Beatport Progressive House #1 Via Infinita. He’s released on Colorize and Armada.
Italian electronic “Maestro” Giuseppe Ottaviani: high‑energy melodic sound, genre‑blending OTTAGON live shows and festival DJ sets, acclaimed on iconic global stages.
German melodic house/techno & prog artist Pretty Pink: creator of DEEP WOODS (30 stations, 1M+ streams), Tomorrowland/EDC/Ultra, Beatport AOTM.
Born in 1982 in Kirkenes, Norway, Ørjan Nilsen is a DJ and producer known for an infectious, chunky and groovy sound. His energetic sets and presence behind the decks have taken him worldwide, from Sao Paulo to Sydney.
Frank McComb, born in Cleveland, Ohio, is a soul and jazz vocalist, keyboardist, and producer. Renowned for his authentic artistry and powerful vocals, often compared to Donny Hathaway, he has collaborated with Prince, Chaka Khan, and Branford Marsalis. His album "Straight From The Vault" won a SoulTracks Readers Choice Award. He received an Indie Soul Award for "We Were Made For Us" and was honored with an Indie Lifetime Achievement Award in 2026.
Born in the UK, David Forbes is a renowned electronic music producer known for his versatility across genres. Collaborating with Billy Boyd and others, his work has appeared on top labels, earning praise from icons like Armin Van Buuren. Founder of The Aria Records, Forbes has defined dance music for decades.
Israeli psy/prog trance DJ/producer Reshef Harari (Captain Hook), ex-Quantize/Sheff; Iboga Records artist with 4 top-selling albums incl. “Origin,” global festivals.
Yoni Oshrat, aka Ace Ventura, born in Israel, is a renowned Psytrance DJ/producer, known for energetic, long sets. He co-founded Psy-Nation and collaborated on projects like Alpha Portal and Liquid Ace.
Taylor Torrence: melodic trance-to-rave shift; high-BPM, physical sets. Played EDC Las Vegas & Dreamstate, headlined worldwide; millions of streams + viral YouTube bootlegs.
Egyptian trance duo Aly Amr Fathalah and Fadi Wassef Naguib, known as Aly & Fila. Hosts of the Future Sound of Egypt radio show, they’ve played EDC Las Vegas and Tomorrowland. Somebody Loves (with Plumb) won ASOT Track of the Year; For All Time (with Armin van Buuren) won in 2021.
Born in London and based in Amsterdam, Ben Gold is a prominent trance producer known for memorable melodies and collaborations. His music boasts over 75 million streams.
French techno producer and DJ Shlømo is known for his versatile style, ranging from techno to ambient and IDM. Founder of Taapion and SAIKE labels, he's released on top labels and performed worldwide. His dynamic sets mix rave, melody, and powerful beats. He launched "Welcome Back Devil" events in 2023, adding to his global influence in the techno scene.
Dutch DJ/producer Mark Sixma from Breda is known for timeless EDM and trance anthems. He’s topped Beatport charts, collaborated with Armin van Buuren, W&W, and KSHMR, and played major festivals like Creamfields and Ultra.
