Deine Lakaien is a distinguished German darkwave duo renowned for their unique blend of avant-garde electronic music with classical and medieval influences. Formed in 1985, the duo consists of vocalist Alexander Veljanov and keyboardist/composer Ernst Horn who came together sharing a mutual interest in fusing contemporary electronic music with classical songwriting. They quickly captivated audiences with their atmospheric soundscapes and introspective lyrics, becoming pioneers within the darkwave and neo-classical movements.

Over the years, Deine Lakaien has built an extensive discography characterized by its artistic breadth and depth. Their most recent endeavors, as indicated by releases such as "Dual +" and "Dual", suggest a project based on the concept of dialogue between original compositions and cover versions that influenced the duo. The retrospective collections "The 30 Years Retrospective (Live)" and "XXX. The 30 Years Retrospective (Bonus Edition)" showcase the band's longevity and the evolution of their sound across three decades. Their willingness to strip down their compositions for live acoustic settings, as heard on "Acoustic II (Live)", demonstrates their versatility and the strength of their songwriting. Despite massive changes in the music industry and the shifting landscapes of musical genres, Deine Lakaien has consistently maintained their integrity and artistic vision, cementing their status as icons within their genre.

Genres

Dark Wave

Neue Deutsche Todeskunst

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Latest Release

Dual +

Deine Lakaien

Album - 10 Tracks - Released November 26, 2021