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Celebrating Armin van Buuren’s 48th Birthday with His Iconic 2003 Essential Mix
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Celebrating Armin van Buuren’s 48th Birthday with His Iconic 2003 Essential Mix

Home Editorials Celebrating Armin van Buuren’s 48th Birthday with His Iconic 2003 Essential Mix

At just 26 years old, Armin van Buuren was already making waves in the trance music world. With iconic releases like ‘Blue Fear’ and ‘Communication,’ and as his influential A State of Trance radio show entered its second year, BBC Radio 1 invited him to curate its legendary Essential Mix in 2003. Moreover, this prestigious opportunity placed Armin among a star-studded lineup of tastemakers, including Paul van Dyk, Tiësto, Daft Punk, and Paul Oakenfold. Notably, it marked a pivotal milestone in his journey toward becoming a true trance legend.

The mix opened with Lightscape’s remix of Mark Otten’s ‘Mushroom Therapy,’ setting the tone for an unforgettable journey. From there, Armin seamlessly transitioned into tracks by Andy Hunter, James Holden & Julie Thompson, and Israeli trance pioneer DJ Yahel with ‘You Feel.’ He also featured the Sunday 5PM remix of his own masterpiece ‘Yet Another Day’ featuring Ray Wilson, alongside gems like ‘Wait For You (Song For The Ocean).’ Additionally, highlights included Ferry Corsten’s ‘Indigo,’ Solid Globe’s ‘North Pole,’ and Matt Darey pres. Li Kwan’s ‘Point Zero.’ Altogether, the mix encapsulated pure trance magic, further cementing Armin’s place in dance music history.

As Armin van Buuren celebrates his 48th birthday, fans worldwide are eagerly revisiting this seminal mix, which serves as a reminder of the incredible journey that solidified his legendary status. Relive the Essential Mix below and join the celebration!

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