Klangkarussell Return With Their Most Ambitious Work Yet

More than a decade after Netzwerk turned them into global dance music favorites, Austrian duo Klangkarussell have finally unveiled their long-awaited second album—and Petrichor, out today via Bias Beach Records, proves the wait was worth it. This isn't just a victory lap; it's a complete reimagining of what Klangkarussell can be, weaving together 13 tracks that oscillate between club-ready euphoria and deeply personal storytelling about resilience, family, and transformation. Where their debut cemented their reputation with chart-smashing hits and undeniable dancefloor impact, Petrichor goes deeper, finding that sweet spot between emotional resonance and the kind of euphoric release that makes you want to lose yourself on the dancefloor.

Opener "Truth Begins" featuring Blazey sets the tone perfectly—hypnotic arpeggios and cinematic breakdowns that feel equally at home on a festival main stage or in your headphones at 3 AM—and yes, that's Olympic gold medalist Anna Gasser in the striking music video. Then there's "Ride," a gloriously unexpected detour into neon-soaked 80s disco territory that shows the duo isn't afraid to play with their sound, its pulsing synths and carefree energy offering one of the album's most delightful left turns. But it's in moments like "Cross The Border" with Bloom Twins where Petrichor reveals its true depth, tackling the weight of family life during Ukraine's wartime reality with heartbreaking sincerity. "The Tide" featuring Elmar layers haunting vocals over lush, flowing production, while "Sun Went Down, Sky Went Dark" with GIVVEN and Senes blends melodic and Afro house into a bittersweet, sunset-ready anthem that captures that magic hour feeling perfectly.

The album's collaborative spirit shines throughout, with contributions from Blazey, GIVVEN, Bloom Twins, Oliva, Redward Martin, Elmar, Marieme, and Senes adding distinct textures without ever overshadowing the duo's signature blend of organic warmth and electronic precision. "We wanted this album to feel like a journey through our world—the highs, the struggles, the quiet moments, the big ones," Klangkarussell explain. "'Petrichor' is about renewal, about finding beauty in change, just like the smell of rain after a storm." And if all this wasn't enough to get fans excited, the duo have announced they're developing a brand-new live show for 2026—their first in over ten years—which feels like the perfect next step for an album this cinematic and emotionally expansive, marking the beginning of an exciting new chapter in their already storied journey.

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