Community Flashback 2024

As 2024 draws to a close, we turned to you—our community—to celebrate the year’s standout moments in music. Throughout five polls, we asked you to vote for your favorites across these key categories:

• Artist of the Year
• Female Artist of the Year
• Track of the Year
• Album of the Year
• Label of the Year

With nearly 1,000 votes cast, the results are in! Let’s look closer at your Community Flashback 2024 winners and top picks.

Artist Of The Year 2024

Congratulations to Armin van Buuren, who claimed the top spot in the Artist of the Year category for 2024! This marks another achievement in his illustrious career, as he edges out last year’s winner, Giuseppe Ottaviani. Following closely behind, the legendary Paul van Dyk secures the second spot.

1. Armin van Buuren (↗1)
2. Paul van Dyk (↗1)
3. Giuseppe Ottaviani (↘2)
4. Ferry Corsten (↗4)
5. Cosmic Gate (↗8)
6. Above & Beyond (↘2)
7. Craig Connelly (↘2)
8. Gareth Emery (↗1)
9. Markus Schulz (↗2)
10. Aly & Fila (NEW)
11. Daxson (↘5)
12. Talla 2XLC (NEW)
13. Alex M.O.R.P.H. (NEW)
14. Ciaran McAuley (NEW)
15. ilan Bluestone (NEW)

Female Artist Of The Year 2024

Emma Hewitt has won the Female Artist of the Year award, rising from second place in 2023 to take the crown in 2024. Known for her ethereal voice and captivating performances, Emma continues to shine as a beloved figure in the electronic music scene.

1. Emma Hewitt (↗1)
2. Charlotte de Witte (NEW)
3. Nifra (NEW)
4. Christina Novelli (↘1)
5. JES (↘1)
6. Haliene (↘5)
7. Sarah De Warren (↘2)
8. Amelie Lens (NEW)
9. Laura van Dam (NEW)
10. Susana (↘2)
11. Natalie Gioia (NEW)
12. Adina Butar (↘5)
13. Siskin (NEW)
14. Nora En Pure (NEW)
15. Ki/Ki (NEW)

Track Of The Year 2024

The timeless classic “For An Angel” by Paul van Dyk has been crowned the Track of the Year. This iconic track’s 30th anniversary re-release brought back cherished memories, earning it a well-deserved win.

1. Paul van Dyk – For An Angel
2. Armin van Buuren & Natalie Gioia – Viva l’Opera
3. Factor B – The Girl With Her Head In The Clouds (Ellie’s Song)
4. Above & Beyond feat. Richard Bedford – Heart Of Stone
5. Ferry Corsten x Marsh – Fulfillment
6. Richard Durand & Nicholas Gunn feat. Jordan Grace – About A Love
7. Aly & Fila, Philippe El Sisi, Omar Sherif & Jaren – Count On Me
8. Ben Gold & Bo Bruce – Half Light
9. Aly & Fila and Richard Durand – Nebula
10. Armin van Buuren & Gryffin – What Took You So Long

Album Of The Year 2024

Ferry Corsten’s sixth studio album, Connect, takes home the Album of the Year award. The album showcases his evolution as an artist and his ability to push the boundaries of electronic music.

1. Ferry Corsten – Connect
2. Armin van Buuren – Breathe In
3. Above & Beyond – Tranquility Base Vol. 2
4. In Search Of Sunrise 20 mixed by Solarstone, Johan Gielen pres. Airscape, Super8 & Tab, York, Zoya & Markus Schulz
5. Tinlicker – Cold Enough For Snow
6. Cosmic Gate – Wake Your Mind Sessions 005
7. Ben Böhmer – Bloom
8. Farius – Synapse
9. Kasablanca – Higher Resolution
10. John Askew – A Room Full Of Pros & Cons

Label Of The Year 2024

Anjunabeats, the iconic label founded by Above & Beyond, celebrates another milestone as it claims the Label of the Year title. With its 25th anniversary approaching in 2026, the label continues to define the sound of progressive and trance music.

1. Anjunabeats
2. A State Of Trance
3. Future Sound Of Egypt
4. Pure Trance
5. Enhanced Progressive
6. Armind Recordings
7. Flashover Recordings
8. Black Hole Recordings
9. SubCulture
10. Magic Island Recordings