Klaus Schulze - Picture Music (1975)

In the vast landscape of electronic music, few names resonate as profoundly as Klaus Schulze. "Picture Music," recorded in 1973 and released in 1975, stands as a testament to Schulze&pioneering spirit and boundless creativity. This album, a sonic journey through experimental and ambient realms, captures the essence of Schulze&genius at a time when electronic music was still in its nascent stages. "Picture Music" comprises two epic tracks, "Totem" and "Mental Door," each over twenty minutes long, inviting listeners into a meditative and immersive experience. Schulze&mastery over instruments like the EMS Synthesizer VCS3, ARP Synthesizers, and the Farfisa Professional Duo Organ, is evident in every note and texture. The music is a blend of serene soundscapes and dynamic sequences, creating a tapestry that is both intricate and expansive. The 2005 reissue adds a bonus track, "C&Pas La Même Chose," an alternate, longer version of "Totem," which was originally an out-take due to the limitations of vinyl. This addition enriches the album, offering a deeper glimpse into the creative process behind one of Schulze&seminal works. Recorded in Berlin in 1973, "Picture Music" remains a milestone in Schulze&illustrious career, showcasing his early experimentation and the roots of his later successes. His journey from a drummer with Tangerine Dream and Ash Ra Tempel to a solo electronic music icon is etched in every beat and harmony of this album. Schulze&influence on electronic music...