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Intense is the fifth studio album by Dutch trance producer and DJ Armin van Buuren, released on May 3, 2013, by Armada Music. The album spans trance, progressive, and pop-leaning vocal tracks, and includes the single "This Is What It Feels Like" featuring Canadian singer Trevor Guthrie, which received a Grammy nomination for Best Dance Recording. The release was supported by the international Armin Only: Intense tour.

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Who is the artist behind the album Intense and when was it released?

Intense is the fifth studio album by Dutch trance DJ and producer Armin van Buuren, released in 2013. Van Buuren is one of the most influential figures in trance music, known for his long-running radio show A State of Trance.

What is the most famous single from Armin van Buuren's Intense?

The album's lead single 'This Is What It Feels Like,' featuring Canadian singer Trevor Guthrie, became Armin van Buuren's most commercially successful crossover track and earned a Grammy Award nomination. The song reached mainstream pop charts well beyond the usual trance audience.

What musical styles are featured on the album Intense beyond trance?

While primarily a trance album, Intense incorporates classical orchestration, pop vocal hooks, and progressive house elements across its tracks. The album reflects van Buuren's approach of blending uplifting trance with broader crossover accessibility.

How does Intense fit into Armin van Buuren's studio album discography?

Intense was released as van Buuren's fifth studio album, following Mirage (2010) in his sequence of full-length artist albums. These studio albums represent his original productions alongside his extensive annual compilation and mix releases under the A State of Trance brand.

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