Tiësto returns to his trance roots this 2025 in a special EDC Las Vegas In Search of Sunrise closing set. After years of chart-topping big room and house anthems, the Dutch icon has surprised longtime fans with a major announcement. On Sunday, May 18, Tiësto will take over the EDC kineticFIELD at 4:13 AM for an exclusive In Search of Sunrise set. The announcement came through a nostalgic teaser video that immediately ignited conversations across the global trance community.
Known for pushing electronic music to the mainstream, Tiësto’s decision to revive In Search of Sunrise feels both personal and historic. The series, launched in 1999, remains one of the most respected trance mix compilations of all time. It captured hearts worldwide by delivering deep, atmospheric soundscapes and seamless transitions that defined the magic of sunrise. For fans who have followed him since the early days, this return represents more than nostalgia—it marks the full circle of an artist who shaped a generation.
The Legacy of In Search of Sunrise
In Search of Sunrise first emerged as a mix series that transported listeners to distant places through sound alone. The original volumes, mixed by Tiësto from 1999 to 2010, carried names like Los Angeles, Latin America, and Asia. Each edition embodied a globally unifying spirit, reminding fans that dance music knows no borders. These mixes became legendary for their melodic progression and emotional storytelling, building toward euphoric climaxes that mirrored the breaking dawn.
Tiësto eventually stepped away from the series, passing the torch to other artists who kept the legacy alive. Yet, nothing quite matched the original magic he crafted during that era. Fans have waited patiently, wondering if the superstar would ever return to the sound that started it all. Now, in 2025, they finally have their answer.
In Search of Sunrise: Why Now Tiësto? Why EDC?
Simply, the timing feels right. EDC Las Vegas, one of the world’s largest electronic music festivals, offers the perfect stage for an everlasting moment. The 4:13 AM slot is intentional—designed to align with sunrise as thousands of ravers prepare to welcome a new day. Tiësto’s teaser hinted at “a journey through sound”, bringing fans back to the emotional highs and deep, introspective lows that characterized his trance years. It speaks to the power of memory, the impact of melody, and the collective energy only sunrise sets can deliver. For many, this performance is not just another festival set—it’s a rare opportunity to relive the essence of trance music’s golden age.
The Sunrise That Unites Generations
The upcoming set promises more than music; it offers an experience that unites fans both old and new. Younger ravers, who may know Tiësto only for his commercial hits, will discover a different side of his artistry. Longtime fans will relive the soundtracks of their youth, finally hearing the melodies that first made them fall in love with dance music.
As the kineticFIELD lights dim and the first rays of sunlight appear, Tiësto will step behind the decks not just as a performer, but as a curator of emotion. EDC Las Vegas 2025 is about to host one of the most anticipated sunrise sets in recent memory. And when it happens, thousands will remember why In Search of Sunrise remains timeless.
