Following the surprise Face2Face set between Armin van Buuren and Maddix at A State of Trance Rotterdam in February, the concept is making its return. On July 13, 2025, ASOT London will host a new Face2Face battle between Armin van Buuren and HI-LO, the alias of Oliver Heldens.

The Face2Face format is different from a back-to-back set. Each DJ plays from their own setup and cannot see the other’s screen or track selection. Every transition is based purely on listening, timing, and memory. This makes the format a test of skill and musical awareness, where each track response has to be intuitive and immediate.

At ASOT Rotterdam, the first Face2Face between Armin and Maddix drew attention for its raw transitions and unexpected track choices. The performance stood out from standard festival sets and was later uploaded to the official A State of Trance YouTube channel.

This time, the matchup between Armin and HI-LO brings a new contrast in sound. HI-LO has built a strong presence in techno through recent sets at events like Awakenings, Printworks, and Ultra Europe, while Armin continues to explore multiple styles beyond trance through projects like Balance and recent club-focused releases.

The set will take place as part of the ASOT London program, with additional acts and details to be confirmed. Fans can revisit the original Face2Face performance from Rotterdam as a preview of the format.

More updates and broadcast info will be shared through astateoftrance.com and ASOT’s official platforms in the lead-up to the event.

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