This 2016 installment of Armin van Buuren's seminal compilation series offers a snapshot of the trance and progressive house landscape at the time, featuring a mix of established anthems and emerging tracks.
- "A State of Trance 2016" was released on May 6, 2016, by Armada Music Albums.
- The compilation features 38 tracks across two discs, showcasing van Buuren's curation skills.
- The album reached number 3 on the US Billboard Dance/Electronic Albums chart.
Armin van Buuren is a Dutch DJ and producer, widely considered one of the most influential figures in electronic dance music. He is best known for his weekly radio show "A State of Trance" and his extensive catalog of trance and progressive house music. As of 2016, van Buuren was a seasoned veteran of the global DJ circuit, having already released over a dozen artist albums and numerous compilation series. This entry in his long-running "A State of Trance" compilation series arrived amidst a period of consistent output and established popularity.
