Kyau & Albert talk to Forward

Forward: Hey guys, thanks for giving your time to talk to us today. Not long until you grace us with your presence in Leeds. How has this year been for you both so far?

Ralph Kyau: Very busy year, gigs, productions and of course our 15 years festivities!

Forward: So quite an exciting year to say the least, especially with celebrating the next big milestone in your careers - 15 years in the business! How does it feel to labelled as pioneers in the trance world and what has kept you at the top of your game all these years?

Steven Albert: It's crazy how time flies! Basically we always tried to develop our sound a little bit and sometimes just tried out new things.

Ralph Kyau: As we have been professional musicians for over 10 years and also running our label, Euphonic, we do have the musical freedom which was often very important in our career.

Forward: And a big 'thanks' surely goes out to the fans?

Ralph Kyau: Yes. Definitively. At each of our 15 years shows we have a massive number of fans, lots which are much older than 30! Especially these people request our classics, which we of course play at these events.

Forward: Your latest release 'A Night Like This' is another massive K&A hit. What singles do you have coming up next?

Steven Albert: We have just released another 15 Years EP and also a new single end of this year, so keep an eye out for that.

Ralph Kyau: Additionally there's an upcoming collaboration with Paul van Dyk on his next album, which we're really excited about!

Forward: That's massive news! Your latest remix is for Cressida featuring Roxanne Barton 'Heart On My Sleeve'. Any new remixes on the horizon?

Ralph Kyau: Our remix for Above & Beyond's 'You Got To Go' gets on Anjunabeats in the next few weeks. We recently finished a remix for Ferry Corsten's 'Check It Out', which also will be out very soon.

Forward: Dedicated Kyau & Albert fans know that Steven sings all the vocals on your K&A releases. Can you give us another interesting fact about yourselves?

Steven Albert: People say I am a good cook.

Ralph Kyau: That's true! He's very good.

Forward: If you had three wishes each, what would you choose?

Steven Albert: I'm completely happy with my life so I would keep them for an emergency!

Ralph Kyau: Health, love and a god job are the most essential things.

Forward: Production tips are always great to hear from the big players within the scene. Can you give us a tip for the up and coming producers out there?

Ralph Kyau: It's been said by many great producers, I'm sure, but try to be unique! Simple as that.

Forward: What's your favourite way to relax when you're not globe-trotting or making music?

Ralph Kyau: Spending time with family and friends. Just relaxing.

Steven Albert: I do sports. Jogging and mountain biking.

Forward: Thanks again for taking time to chat to us. We can't wait to have you down on the 7th October!

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