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Rank 1
Rank 1 is the Dutch trance duo of Piet Bervoets and Benno de Goeij, pioneers known for their blend of melodic richness and driving energy. They prefer to talk about progression and perfection rather than “success,” believing that music is about constant evolution because, as they say, tomorrow counts. The story began in the mid-1990s. Piet had already made waves with projects like R.O.O.S. (Instant Moments) and Silmarillia, while also exploring techno on labels such as X-Trax. In 1997, he met Benno, a classically trained musician with a sharp ear for melody. Their collaboration started as Pedro & Benno but soon reached global recognition as Rank 1 with the release of Airwave. The track became the first Dutch single to hit No.1 on the European Dance Chart, topping charts across the UK, Germany, the U.S., and beyond, eventually being released in over 40 countries. Follow-up singles like Such Is Life, Awakening, and Breathing cemented their reputation, while their remix of Cygnus X’s Superstring turned an already iconic track into a timeless classic. Their debut album showcased their versatility, designed not only for dancefloors but also for deeper listening, and included a DVD of their rare live show at Trance Energy before 25,000 fans. Despite their global impact, Piet and Benno remain modest, preferring their music to speak louder than words. Ordinary guys, perhaps — but with extraordinary talent.

Songs

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Airwave (Radio Vocal Edit)
Rank 1
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Destination (ASOT 1127)
Armin van Buuren
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Airwave (RANK 1 vs. Dutchforce Remix)
Rank 1
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Airwave
Rank 1
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The Greater Light To Rule The Night (ASOT 1027) [Tune Of The Week]
Armin van Buuren

Albums

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Symsonic (Remastered, Deluxe)

2022
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Symsonic

2002
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A State Of Trance 600 - The Expedition (Mixed by Rank 1)

2013
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Airwave

2000
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L.E.D. There Be Light

2008
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Superstring

2000
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Awakening

2005

Singles & EPs

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Lytherion

Single • 2025
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The Greater Light to Rule the Night

Single • 2021
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Juno

Single • 2015
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Strobo

Single • 2025
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We Finally Met

Single • 2019
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Airwave (21st Century Mix)

Single • 2014
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Destination (A State of Trance 2024 Anthem)

Single • 2023
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Superstring

Single • 2016
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Awakening

Single • 2023
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Zenith

Single • 2015

Videos

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Airwave (original)

Rank 1 • 9M views
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Rank 1 - Airwave (Giuseppe Ottaviani Remix) [High Contrast Recordings]

Rank 1 • 61K views
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Cygnus X - Superstring (Rank 1 Remix) [Official Video]

Rank 1 • 955K views
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Awakening (radio edit)

Rank 1 • 313K views
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L.E.D. There Be Light (tyDi & Trent McDermott Mix)

Rank 1 • 771K views
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Rank 1 - Breathing

Rank 1 • 285K views

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Euphoric Running Tracks

Playlist • YouTube Music
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Trance Deep Dive

Playlist • YouTube Music

Playlists by Rank 1

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Rank 1 Releases

Playlist • Rank 1 • 7.6K views
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Rank 1 Video Clips

Playlist • Rank 1 • 3.5K views

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