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Distant Earth

ATB · 2011

125 min · 25 tracks · EDM · dance-pop · ambient

Hypnotic melodies intertwine with uplifting beats, creating an expansive soundscape that invites introspection and dance alike.

Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

  • hypnotic melodies for introspection
  • uplifting beats for dance sessions
  • dynamic journey with emotional peaks
  • wave-like pacing for gradual immersion
  • early morning energy and optimism

Maybe skip if you want

  • instant gratification seekers
  • standalone single enthusiasts

Where this album fits

Themes
expansive soundscapes· hypnotic dance journey· ethereal vocal layers
Career context
By 2011, ATB had solidified his status as a leading figure in the electronic music scene, following his 2009 release 'Distant Earth.' This album marked a significant evolution in his sound towards deeper ambient influences while maintaining his signature trance elements, reflecting his growth as an artist after years of consistent chart success.
Stylistic neighbors
Paul van Dyk· Armin van Buuren· Above & Beyond

Tracklist

Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.

Disc 1

  • 1 Twisted Love (Distant Earth vocal version) 6:13
  • 2 Gold 4:16
  • 3 All I Need Is You 4:37
  • 4 If It’s Love 3:25
  • 5 Move On 5:09
  • 6 Chapter One 6:53
  • 7 Heartbeat 6:09
  • 8 Killing Me Inside 5:23
  • 9 Apollo Road 7:27
  • 10 Running a Wrong Way 3:22
  • 11 Where You Are 4:26
  • 12 This Is Your Life 4:01
  • 13 One More 3:46
  • 14 White Letters 4:44

Disc 2

  • 1 Vice Versa 6:49
  • 2 Magnetic Girl 5:03
  • 3 Be Like You 3:41
  • 4 Moments in Peace 4:40
  • 5 Moving Backwards 4:28
  • 6 Distant Earth 6:54
  • 7 Trinity 4:07
  • 8 City of Hope 2:46
  • 9 Expanded Perception 6:05
  • 10 Sternwanderer 6:01
  • 11 Orbit 4:40

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