Premiered at Ultra Miami 2024, the highly anticipated collaboration between Armin van Buuren and Rob Swire is now available for fans worldwide, delivering a festival anthem that blends two distinct styles into one unforgettable track.
Electronic music fans have been eagerly awaiting the release of “Sound of You”, the much-anticipated collaboration between two of the genre’s most influential figures: Armin van Buuren and Rob Swire. Today, the track has officially dropped via Armada Music, and it’s already making waves as one of the year’s most exciting new releases.
The track made its debut during Armin van Buuren’s Mainstage set at Ultra Music Festival Miami 2024, where he surprised the crowd with an unreleased ID. The electrifying response from fans was a testament to the track’s energy and potential, with “Sound of You” quickly becoming one of the standout moments of the festival. Now, after months of anticipation, fans worldwide can finally experience the full force of this festival-ready anthem.
What makes “Sound of You” so special is the way it seamlessly fuses the sounds of Armin van Buuren and Rob Swire. Swire, the frontman of Pendulum and one half of Knife Party, is making a long-awaited return to the vocal booth with this track. It marks his first vocal feature in several years, and his signature voice instantly cuts through van Buuren’s lush, cinematic production. The result is a track that effortlessly captures the high-energy feel of a festival mainstage performance while maintaining a deep emotional resonance.
The track opens with a stunning cinematic melody that builds into a powerful, emotionally charged drop. The production on “Sound of You” takes listeners on a journey, blending elements of the golden era of progressive house with modern electronic music production. This combination makes it equally at home during a sunset festival set or as the peak-time anthem that energizes dancefloors.
For Armin van Buuren, “Sound of You” represents the perfect fusion of two worlds. “Seeing this sound make a comeback is really exciting because it blends the best of both worlds—massive festival anthems with deep, emotional melodies,” he said. “From the moment I wrote this, I knew Rob was the perfect voice for it, and I’m so glad he said yes.”
Rob Swire echoed the sentiment, sharing his excitement about the collaboration. “Armin and I had talked about working together for a while,” Swire explained. “When he played me the ‘Sound of You’ instrumental, I knew instantly I wanted to sing on it. We recorded it in early 2024, and it was amazing to see Armin unveil it at Ultra Miami.”
The track’s successful premiere at Ultra Miami solidified “Sound of You” as a moment in the electronic music scene. Its festival-ready energy has already sparked excitement among fans, and the track’s wide availability across streaming platforms means that it will continue to resonate with listeners far and wide.
Whether you’re a longtime fan of Armin van Buuren, Rob Swire, or both, “Sound of You” is a must-listen. The collaboration showcases the unique strengths of each artist while pushing the boundaries of what’s possible in electronic music. With its soaring vocals, cinematic melodies, and festival-ready production, “Sound of You” is sure to be a staple of sets and playlists for months to come.
Listen to “Sound of You” below and discover the new single on all major streaming platforms.