Armin van Buuren
Armin van Buuren is a name synonymous with electronic dance music (EDM) and is renowned for his exceptional contributions to the trance genre. His relentless dedication to music has cemented his status as a global icon. Despite his superstar status, Armin van Buuren remains grounded, driven by an unwavering passion for his craft.
Armin van Buuren: quick facts
Sourced, updated Nov 2026- Real name
- Armin Jozef Jacobus Daniël van Buuren
- Born
- December 25, 1976 (age 49)
- Zodiac sign
- Capricorn
- Birthplace
- Leiden, Netherlands
- Nationality
- Dutch
- Genres
- Trance, EDM, House, Techno
- Labels
- Armada Music (founder), Armind (founder)
- Active since
- 1996
Essential tracks
- Blue Fear1997
- In and Out of Love (feat. Sharon den Adel)2008
- This Is What It Feels Like (feat. Trevor Guthrie)2013
- Great Spirit (with Vini Vici feat. Hilight Tribe)2016
- On & On (with Punctual feat. Alika)2023
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Frequently asked questions
Quick answers about Armin van Buuren
Where is Armin van Buuren from?
Armin van Buuren is from Leiden, Netherlands. Nationality: Dutch.
How old is Armin van Buuren?
Armin van Buuren is 49 years old, born on December 25, 1976.
What is Armin van Buuren's real name?
Armin van Buuren's real name is Armin Jozef Jacobus Daniël van Buuren.
What kind of music does Armin van Buuren play?
Armin van Buuren plays trance, edm, house and techno.
Does Armin van Buuren have a record label?
Yes. Armin van Buuren founded Armada Music and Armind.
What are Armin van Buuren's best known tracks?
Signature tracks include "Blue Fear" (1997), "In and Out of Love (feat. Sharon den Adel)" (2008) and "This Is What It Feels Like (feat. Trevor Guthrie)" (2013).
Does Armin van Buuren play piano?
Yes. On 31 October 2025 he released Piano, his first acoustic album, made up of 15 self-composed piano pieces, each recorded in one take.
When is Armin van Buuren's next festival show?
Armin van Buuren is on the lineup of Hypersonic Festival (Sydney, Australia) 2026, starting November 21, 2026.