Electronic music pioneer Paul Oakenfold returns with Mission Underground, the highly anticipated second installment of his Mission album series, a bold new project that reimagines some of trance music’s most iconic records while pushing the genre into exciting new territory. Bringing together an extraordinary lineup of artists spanning multiple generations of electronic music, Mission Underground features collaborations and remixes from Armin van Buuren, Marie Vaunt, Carl Cox, Ferry Corsten, Markus Schulz, Infected Mushroom, ARGY, 2ŁØT and more. The result is a collection that honors trance’s rich legacy while embracing the darker textures and underground energy of contemporary techno. Arriving as trance enjoys a worldwide resurgence across clubs, festivals and streaming platforms, Mission Underground celebrates the melodic euphoria, positivity and emotional connection that helped define the genre while showcasing its continued evolution. From uplifting, high-BPM anthems to deeper, more driving productions, the album reflects Oakenfold’s enduring commitment to innovation and his ability to remain at the forefront of electronic music culture. Album highlights include the brand-new Paul Oakenfold and Ferry Corsten collaboration “Metaverse,” the powerful Markus Schulz collaboration “Orange,” a new Full On Fluoro Mix of Oakenfold’s recent single “Masquerade” featuring 2ŁØT, and fresh interpretations of beloved dance music classics including “Not Over Yet,” “Bullet In The Gun,” “Power of American Natives,” “Southern Sun,” and “ResuRection.”

Twenty years, a thousand episodes, a lifetime of moments to cherish. What started as a promise from a little boy who fell in love with dance music while riding his bike to school has become a global beacon of like-mindedness and togetherness. Every Thursday, A State Of Trance brought people together no matter their descent or upbringing, choosing similarities over differences as it built a community of people that could connect over an unwavering love for music. And that is what we celebrate on this milestone occasion with the 'A State Of Trance 1000 – Celebration Mix', mixed by Armin van Buuren. Chock-full of highlights and precious memories, the 'A State Of Trance 1000 – Celebration Mix' contains only the best in Trance & Progressive as voted for by the A State Of Trance community. Featuring more than a hundred timeless records from Above & Beyond, Armin van Buuren, Chicane, Ferry Corsten, Gareth Emery, John O'Callaghan, Paul van Dyk, Push and so many other contributors, this two-hour spectacle runs through every age and era of the radio show, touching upon the tracks that managed to light a fire within in a way no other track could. Between the lines, gorgeous melodies and iconic tracks, this Celebration Mix expertly points out how the fans shaped the sound of A State Of Trance and helped it become more than just a place to find new music. So let's raise a glass to what was, celebrate what is and embrace all that is still to come for a radio show that has come to mean so much to so many people across the globe: A State Of Trance.