Fascinating overview of the history of Krautrock not only a biography of Kraftwerk.I was interested the learn about the early years of Kraftwerk and learn the history of German modern music which explains why it was so unique and a huge influence on music all over the world - from rap to Bowie.
This is the 2008 documentary previously titled as "Kraftwerk and the Electronic Revolution". Actually it still has that title at the start of the video, it's just the packaging that shows a new title. Totally deceptive IMHO, hence 2 stars.
This is an in depth look at the birth of electronic music from Stockhausen to Roedelius (One of my most loved artists) through to Kraftwerk and onwards. I think anyone who likes Krautrock and the German electronic music scene will be fascinated ( as I was)
There’s a fondness in the documentary towards the subject matter that is sincere and respectful. Time is taken to explore the lives of some of the artists as well as their work and the interview with Karl Barton is very revealing. It is joy that artists such as Roedelius are given such recognition as pioneers in the genre.