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James Stinson n Gerald Donald probly listened to this n had a lightbulb moment 💡
While "Trans Europe Express" and "Die Mensch Maschine" might be Kraftwerk's peak creations, "Computer World" could be their most impactful, at least to today's electronic music enthusiasts. Detroit Techno was just beginning to take shape when this album dropped, but even after a three-year hiatus, Hutter & Schneider revolutionized dance floors once again. Surprisingly, the album was initially met with resistance from many fans, as it marked a shift from the stark and austere style of their previous work, moving towards a warmer, more playful Kraftwerk that contrasted with the definitive imagery of their earlier albums. The heart of Kraftwerk's artistic genius lies in their ability to blend futurism and romanticism, two opposing aesthetics that they masterfully combine. This contrast reaches its peak with "Computer World" - predicting the future with tracks like "Home Computer" and "It's more fun to Compute", while also romanticizing, especially in retrospect, with "Pocket Calculator". They practically defined entire genres with "Numbers" and "Home Computer", but the album's standout track is the gloriously romantic "Computer Love" - a beautifully melancholic and melodic piece that encapsulates Kraftwerk perfectly, revealing a deeply human and soulful band beneath all the electronic databanks and austere exterior.
Bright, clear highs with excellent detail. This one's a step up from the murky, darker US version.
I picked this up on a whim a few years back, not really knowing what I was doing, but it turns out it's absolutely amazing. There's no hiss and the sound is really bold and impactful.
Hey, has anyone picked up this reissue remastered copy? Is it worth it? Let me know, will ya?
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