In the ever-evolving world of electronic music, few albums manage to capture the essence of both innovation and nostalgia quite like Kyau & Albert’s “Distant Lights.”

Kyau and Albert are the legendary DJ duo from Germany and founders of Euphonic records are set to release their highly anticipated album ‘Distant Lights’ February 13th. The guys are also touring heavily, They will come to most major US cities in celebration of the new album release. We had a chat with them below.

One little known fact: all male vocals are performed by Steven Moebius Albert, making Kyau & Albert a very unique electronic duo!

Released in 2015, this fourth artist album from the German trance duo Ralph Kyau and Steven Moebius Albert stands as a testament to their enduring influence and creative prowess in the genre. As we delve into the tracks and themes of “Distant Lights,” we uncover a journey that is both expansive and intimate, resonating with fans old and new.

A Glimpse into Kyau and Alberts New Album “Distant Lights”

“Distant Lights” is not just an album; it’s a sonic odyssey offering a unique perspective on the trance landscape. The album opens with “So Easy,” a track that sets the tone with its uplifting melodies and driving beats, immediately drawing listeners into Kyau & Albert’s world. This is followed by “It’s Always Been You,” featuring the soulful vocals of Adaja Black, which adds a layer of emotional depth to the album’s narrative.

One of the standout collaborations on the album is “One,” featuring Stoneface & Terminal. This track exemplifies the duo’s ability to blend their signature sound with other prominent figures in the trance scene, creating a seamless fusion that is both energetic and evocative. The album also includes “Follow The Waves” and “Calming Rain,” which showcase Kyau & Albert’s versatility, moving from high-energy anthems to more reflective, ambient pieces.

EDM RANKS Kyau and Albert [EXCLUSIVE] Interview

You just released your 4th album “Distant Lights”. How did you come up with the title?

Ralph: On the last 3 albums we never had an album title which was taken from an album song. For example our first album in 2004 had the title “Here We Are Now”. The new album title “Distant Lights” to me gives a meaning of hope, like the light at the end of the tunnel.

Steven: We both had a few album title ideas. For me “Distant Lights” holds a pleasant, comforting sense of optimism, like the album sounds when listening to all tracks in the order we set for the CD release.

There are a lot of vocal songs on the album. Do you feel it is important to have true emotion in dance music?

Steven: In total we produced over 20 tracks for “Distant Lights”. When putting it together for the CD release we dropped a few instrumental tracks and also 2 tracks with my voice as we think the flow now is perfect.

If the ‘E’ in EDM could have another meaning than ‘electronic’ what meaning would you give it.

Ralph: I love ‘Emotional’, becausec music is pure emotion.

What’s the best thing about American fans?

Steven: Americans

Do you have fans that follow you around the world for shows?

Ralph: Yes there are a fans who travel continents. This is crazy. A few of them we already know. If we see them we take them backstage.

How do you enjoy social media and what was your own personal favorite post from last year which was really fun?

Steven: We do all social media by ourselves. Our manager would love that we do posts and tweets more often. Especially when we worked on the album, we sometimes had no post for a few days. For me it is ok.

Is there anything else you would like to mention?

Ralph: We gave the album to a few close friends before X-mas and all were really excited. I think this is a a good sign and makes me very happy, as it this album is a bit more diverse as the last one. We dropped a few tracks which we will release in the future. When not in the studio, Kyau & Albert are working hard at their record label ‘Euphonic’. Founded in 1997, it is the longest running trance label in the world today. Their radio show ‘Euphonic Sessions with Kyau & Albert’ is syndicated on 24 FM stations around the globe and has over 27,000 podcast subscribers on iTunes.