Tiësto’s Day 3 sunrise set at Electric Daisy Carnival 2025 was nothing short of historic, as he performed the full “In Search of Sunrise” (ISOS) series live on stage for the first time in 17 years. Spanning Volumes 1 through 7, the set brought back classic trance anthems like “Southern Sun,” transporting die-hard fans back to the genre’s golden era.

The performance ignited passionate debates across r/electricdaisycarnival. Longtime followers hailed the set as a deeply emotional, once-in-a-lifetime experience, praising Tiësto’s faithful revival of the ISOS era and the surreal moments during the sunrise. For many, it was an iconic reminder of why those early trance years remain legendary.

Yet, the throwback journey wasn’t without its critics. Newer festivalgoers and casual listeners found the vibe less energetic and somewhat dated compared to contemporary festival sets. One popular analogy compared the experience to closing a modern festival with a classic film — revered by die-hard fans but less compelling for a mainstream crowd.

Despite mixed reactions, the consensus confirms that Tiësto’s ISOS set at EDC 2025 was a rare and remarkable tribute that rekindled trance nostalgia. Fans are eagerly hoping this sparks more ISOS performances or even a dedicated comeback trance tour in the near future.

FestivalWire #EDC2025 #Tiësto #InSearchOfSunrise #TranceRevival

Source: r/electricdaisycarnival