Retrofuturism: How the Alt-Right Learned to Love Depeche Mode
For Richard Spencer and today’s alt-right, ‘80s British synthpop bands like Depeche Mode satisfy their retrofuturist cultural fantasies.
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Neu!’s Michael Rother Talks About Experimentation and Chance
Neu!'s Michael Rother reflects on the creative environment of lockdown, the struggles of playing experimental krautrock, and the collective beauty of live performance.
The 20 Best Album Re-Issues of 2009
Step back 10 years when we presented our 20 best re-issues of 2009, highlighted by the long overdue remastering of the Beatles oeuvre, a number of '80s and '90s classics, and one of the most storied catalogues in electronic music.
Reframing Kraftwerk: An Interview with Ian Shirley
For his debut as a producer, journalist and Rare Record Guide editor Ian Shirley has recorded a unique cross-pollination – London's Ebony Steel Band playing the works of German electronic music legends, Kraftwerk.
Lollapalooza Berlin Day 2: Dua Lipa and Imagine Dragons Wow the Crowds, Kraftwerk Demonstrate Their Greatness
Another day full of entertainment and intriguing performances from Kraftwerk, Dua Lipa, and Imagine Dragons prove Lolla Berlin has staying power.
‘Electri_City’ Is Missing the Spark
It took a lot of work in the '70s to make music that sounded like it was created entirely by robots. The same could be said for Electri_City.
Soulwax: From Deewee
Soulwax return after their soundtrack excursion Belgica with From Deewee which was recorded live in one take.
“Each Page Another Story”: Wolfgang Flür’s Eccentric Journey Through Emotion
Although known as a prominent member of Kraftwerk, Wolfgang Flür has carved out a unique, eccentric universe all for himself, which inspired his ever-changing new pop disc Eloquence.
Wolfgang Flür: Eloquence
An eclectic grab bag of recordings from the former Kraftwerk member, with some unexpected guests.
Fort Romeau: Insides
London's Fort Romeau delivers a treat for progressive house fans and old-school electronica devotees alike.
Five Observations About the 2015 Rock Hall of Fame Ballot
The just-unveiled ballot for next year's Rock and Roll Hall of Fame induction class attempts to honor Generation X as well as continue to rectify past oversights.