Florian Schneider
German singer and drummer of Kraftwerk
Born
April 7th, 1947
77 years ago
Died
2020
5 years ago — 73 years old
Category
Artists & Creatives
Country
Germany
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A pioneer in electronic music, contributed significantly to the genre through innovative sound and techniques. Co-founded the band Kraftwerk, which became one of the most influential groups in electronic music history. Developed a unique style combining music, art, and technology, impacting various music genres. The use of synthesizers and vocoders redefined music production and performance, leading to the establishment of a new musical direction.
Co-founded Kraftwerk in 1970
Contributed to seminal albums such as 'Autobahn' and 'Trans-Europe Express'
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