Klaus Schulze
German electronic music pioneer
Born
August 4th, 1947
78 years ago
Died
April 26th, 2022
3 years ago — 74 years old
Category
Artists & Creatives
Country
Germany
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A pioneer in electronic music, contributed significantly to the genre with innovative compositions and performances. Made a name as a leading figure in the krautrock movement during the 1970s. Utilized a range of synthesizers and sequencers, exploring different soundscapes. Founded the influential group Ash Ra Tempel and released numerous solo albums, marking a transformative period in electronic music history.
Formed the band Ash Ra Tempel
Released seminal solo albums like 'Irrlicht'
Influenced the development of ambient music
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