Martin Garrix and Armin van Buuren Shock Fans with ‘Sleepless Nights’ at Ultra Miami
The Ultra Miami closing set always delivers unforgettable moments, but this year, Martin Garrix and Armin van Buuren took things to another level by debuting their brand-new trance collaboration, ‘Sleepless Nights,’ right on the MainStage.
As Ultra celebrated its 25th anniversary, fans had been speculating about the mystery collab for weeks, but no one expected Garrix to be the mastermind behind it. The second Armin van Buuren joined him on stage, the crowd knew they were about to witness something historic. ‘Sleepless Nights’ is a true trance anthem, seamlessly blending Armin’s signature uplifting melodies with Garrix’s high-energy festival sound, resulting in a track that sent the audience into absolute chaos.
Ultra Miami’s 25th anniversary was filled with surprises, but nothing compared to Garrix’s first-ever Ultra closing set. Despite the unpredictable Miami weather on Day 3, the show went on, and Garrix delivered ten unreleased tracks, including the debut of ‘Sleepless Nights.’ The moment became even more legendary when Armin van Buuren stepped onto the MainStage, marking the unveiling of one of the most hyped collaborations of the year.
Fans immediately recognized Armin’s trance influence, but the track also carried Garrix’s signature festival energy, making it an instant anthem. The chemistry between the two Dutch dance icons was undeniable, and the crowd erupted as the track’s soaring vocals and euphoric drop hit.
Over the years, Ultra Miami has leaned heavily toward big-room and future rave sounds, but ‘Sleepless Nights’ proves that trance still has a place on the MainStage. Armin van Buuren, who has led the trance movement for decades with his A State of Trance (ASOT) brand, has continuously pushed the genre forward. His collaboration with Garrix modernizes trance by fusing progressive, big-room, and melodic elements into a track that feels fresh yet nostalgic. For Garrix, this collab marks a return to his progressive house roots, something fans have been craving for years. While he has dominated festival stages with future bass and explosive anthems, ‘Sleepless Nights’ showcases a different side of his production – one that complements Armin’s timeless trance sound in a way that feels both innovative and nostalgic.
Garrix and Armin had been teasing this collaboration for months, dropping cryptic hints and subtle studio previews. Many fans initially believed Armin was working with another trance producer, but when the news broke that Garrix was behind the track, anticipation skyrocketed. The two DJs have crossed paths numerous times at festivals but had never collaborated on an official release – until now. ‘Sleepless Nights’ is more than just another festival banger; it’s a fusion of two distinct styles that bridges the gap between trance and big-room sounds.
As one of the biggest names in EDM, Martin Garrix has headlined Ultra Miami multiple times, but 2025 marked his first time closing the festival, and he did not disappoint. His set was packed with exclusive new music, unexpected throwbacks, and massive collaborations, but the highlight of the night was undoubtedly the moment Armin stepped onto the stage. The energy never dipped for a second, and with the combination of breathtaking visuals, fireworks, and pyrotechnics, the entire performance felt like a cinematic experience. Fans lucky enough to witness it live are already calling it one of the greatest Ultra closing sets of all time.
With ‘Sleepless Nights’ making its debut at Ultra, the biggest question now is when the track will be officially released. There is no confirmed release date yet, but given that both Garrix and Armin love surprise drops, fans are expecting it to hit streaming platforms in the coming weeks. Until then, the only way to hear it is through Ultra Miami live set recordings, which have already been replayed countless times by fans reliving that legendary moment.
Now that ‘Sleepless Nights’ is finally out in the open, all eyes are on what’s next for Martin Garrix and Armin van Buuren. Garrix is rumored to be working on a massive new album featuring even more unexpected collaborations, while Armin continues his ASOT world tour, bringing trance to festival stages across the globe. Both artists will be headlining major summer festivals, so there’s no doubt that fans will get to hear ‘Sleepless Nights’ live again very soon. This collaboration could be the beginning of something even bigger, as the fusion of Garrix’s high-energy festival sound with Armin’s melodic trance elements has proven to be a perfect match.
The Ultra Miami closing set is where legends are made, and this year’s moment with Martin Garrix and Armin van Buuren will be talked about for years to come.
Did ‘Sleepless Nights’ live up to your expectations? Should Garrix and Armin collaborate again? Where does this rank among Ultra’s best closing sets?
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