This week we talk about one of the pioneers of electronic music, Kraftwerk. The recording of this episode was eerily close to the recent death of founding member Florian Schneider, which was a heartbreaking coincidence. However, it also makes now a perfect time to revisit one of the most iconic bands in the 20th century. These guys were incredible, innovative, and extremely odd. It’s wonderful.

Closing track: “The Man-Machine” from The Man Machine (1978)

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Mike’s Picks:
The Man-Machine (1978) — Best Album, Personal Favorite
Kraftwerk 2 (1972) — Worst Album

Alex’s Picks:
Trans-Europe Express (1977) — Best Album
Computer World (1981) — Personal Favorite
Ralf und Florian (1973) — Worst Album
Tour de France Soundtracks (2003) — Least Favorite

Albums we discussed this episode…
Kraftwerk (1970)
Kraftwerk 2 (1972)
Ralf und Florian (1973)
Autobahn (1974)
Radio-Activity (1975)
Trans-Europe Express (1977)
The Man-Machine (1978)
Computer World (1981)
Techno Pop (Aka, Electric Cafe) (1986)
Tour de France Soundtracks (2003)

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