Kraftwerk is a German band credited as innovators in the genre of electronic music. Formed in 1970, they are known for their simple rhythms and melodies and crafting computerized vocals accompanied with unique synthesizers. Their critical success and unique albums have given them pioneer status for all electronic and ambient music. Their revolutionary sound gave way too much more experimentation in popular music through the late 1970s and early 1980s.
The band's first international success was the 1974 album, "Autobahn." The title track was a success international and even hitting 25 on the American Billboard Charts. This album stayed true to the bands commitment to their albums of trying to emit a feel of something or some specific activity. The album was meant to evoke the feeling of driving.
The following year the band released their fifth studio album, "Radio-Activity." This was the band's first album that was entirely self-produced in their studio. The single "Radioactivity" was a hit single in France after being used as the theme for a popular television program. From the years 1977-1982, Kraftwerk released three more albums. "Trans-Europe Express", "The Man-Machine", and "Computer World." Each of these albums continued the band's success and innovation, all being critically and commercially received.
Kraftwerk is a personal influence on my music due to their innovations in creating a "visual" type of sound. I also admire how their live shows progressed with their choice of instruments on stage as well as implementing videos and even using mannequins for certain songs. These artistic ideas helped many other artists to progress, including big stars like David Bowie. My main appreciation for Kraftwerk as artists is their dedication to trying and creating all types of new instruments. They always found a way to use these new sounds they created for crafting timeless and revolutionary songs. Their innovations paved the way for electronic music as a mainstream music medium.
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