The dance music world is abuzz with excitement as two of its most iconic figures, Armin van Buuren and David Guetta, have finally unveiled their first-ever collaboration. The long-awaited single, titled ‘In the Dark,’ dropped today on Armada Music, just after the pair teased the track during their second-ever back-to-back set at Ushuaïa Ibiza during David Guetta’s “F*** ME I’M FAMOUS!” residency.
The track presents an uplifting anthem that merges each artist’s signature sound, underscored by empowering lyrics sung and co-written by two-time Grammy-winning songwriter Aldae. Created during a collaborative session in L.A., ‘In the Dark’ embodies the artists’ shared passion for music and spreads the inspiring message that one special person can be your lightning ‘In The Dark’.
The Birth of ‘In the Dark’
Armin van Buuren and David Guetta, two titans of the electronic dance music scene, have long been admired for their individual contributions to the genre. Van Buuren, known for his euphoric trance anthems, and Guetta, a master of mainstream dance-pop hits, joined forces to create a track that combines the best of both worlds. ‘In the Dark’ is the result of a creative collaboration that showcases the unique strengths of each artist.
During a session in Los Angeles, the two producers worked together to craft a track that would resonate with fans of both artists. The uplifting melodies and infectious beats of ‘In the Dark’ showcase the seamless fusion of their styles, creating a sound that is both familiar and fresh. With Aldae’s powerful vocals adding an extra layer of emotion to the track, ‘In the Dark’ is a testament to the magic that can happen when two musical visionaries come together.
The track’s message of finding light in the darkness is a theme that resonates with many listeners, making it not just a dancefloor anthem but a source of inspiration for those going through tough times. ‘In the Dark’ is more than just a collaboration between two artists – it’s a beacon of hope in a world that can often feel overwhelming.
David and I have been great friends for years, and we’ve always talked about working together. ‘In The Dark’ is a special blend of our styles, and I hope listeners can feel the admiration we have for each other’s work. This track also wouldn’t have been possible without the incredible Aldae, whose talents as a songwriter and vocalist are unrivaled.”
About Armin van Buuren
It takes little to recognize that Armin van Buuren has been one of the world’s biggest DJs and producers in electronic music for over twenty years. His life-long dedication to the scene has earned him a Grammy® nomination for ‘This Is What It Feels Like’ (feat. Trevor Guthrie) and critical acclaim for global hit singles such as ‘Blah Blah Blah’, ‘Great Spirit’ (with Vini Vici), ‘Leave A Little Love’ (with Alesso) and ‘Music Means Love Forever’ (with Steve Aoki). Additionally, he claimed the number one spot in the annual DJ Mag Top 100 DJs poll for an unprecedented five times, contributing to the twenty-one consecutive top 5 spots to date (the most recent being a #5 in the DJ Mag Top 100 DJs poll of 2023).
His two-hour radio show, A State of Trance (ASOT), is broadcast weekly from his own radio studio in the Armada Music HQ in Amsterdam to over 44 million listeners in more than 80 countries, as well as online via audio and video live stream on YouTube, Facebook and Twitch. ASOT, which surpassed the milestone number of 1000 episodes in January 2021, has grown from a small radio show into a complete dance music brand with stages and events across the globe.
About David Guetta
DJ. Producer. Artist. David Guetta is a musical trailblazer and an international icon. Currently the #12 most streamed artist on Spotify globally and with 2x Grammys awards, 11x Grammy nominations, 7x UK number 1 singles, over 42 billion global streams, 50 million records sold worldwide, and over 70 million monthly Spotify listeners to his name, he has won multiple global awards including MTV EMAs, NRJ
Music Awards, BRITs, Billboard Music Awards, American Music Awards, and more.
The French producer mastermind has collaborated with some of the world’s biggest stars including SIA, Nicki Minaj, Rihanna, Justin Bieber, Black Eyed Peas, Shakira, Ariana Grande, Kid Cudi, J Balvin, Becky Hill, Raye. Elsewhere, he has provided remixes for the likes of Sam Smith & Kim Petras, Coldplay, Dua Lipa, Megan Thee Stallion and Kodak Black.
