Many people consider Klaus Schulze to be one of the greatest musicians alive, having continually produced groundbreaking electronic and atmospheric music for an astonishing 40 years. From his earliest days as a member of famous krautrock and electronic bands like Tangerine Dream and Ash Ra Tempel to his solo work releasing dozens of albums that push the boundaries of sound, he is certainly worthy of being called a legend.

Now, this status has officially been preserved by the publishing of a new book about him called Klaus Schulze: Electronic Music Legend. Written by Greg Allen, this 300+ page book documents everything you could possibly want to know about Klaus Schulze, from his own personal history to what instruments he has used. The bulk of the book is made up of an in-depth, album-by-album journey through the Klaus Schulze discography with lots of discussion, both factual and opinionated. There are also several interviews with Schulze and many of the other musicians that have worked with him over the years, photos, and a number of other extras.

You can read reviews of the book, the table of contents and an excerpt, and other information relating to Klaus Schulze: Electronic Music Legend at the book’s website KlausSchulzeBook.com. You can buy the book online at many locations including Amazon.com in the USA, Trafford.com in Canada, SphericMusic.de in Germany, and Foyles.co.uk in the UK.

New albums we featured
Deine Lakaien - 20 Years of Electronic Avantgarde
In Strict Confidence - Exile Paradise-The Hecq Destruxxion
Klaus Schulze - Kontinuum
Klaus Schulze - …Live… (re-release)
Klaus Schulze - Wahnfried: Trance Appeal (re-release)

Also of interest
Noisuf-X is releasing a new album called The Beauty Of Destruction on June 8th. As the name seems to suggest, Noisuf-X is an electronic noise act with some great beats. Check out some of their songs on Myspace page.

On June 6th, Batbeliever will release a compilation called Goth Is What You Make It, Vol. 6 which will feature many German musicians. Check it out if you’re into gothic music and want to discover many new bands.

Klaus Schulze has been making music in Germany in one form or another since the 1960s. His musical career is truly phenomenal. After leaving Tangerine Dream in 1970, he has produced more than 40 solo albums and is still going strong at the age of 59. On June 8th, his newest album, Kontinuum, will be released. Expect nothing less than yet another classic electronica album from the master.

Kontinuum tracklist
1. Sequenzer (from 70 to 07)
2. Euro Caravan
3. Thor (Thunder)

Don’t be fooled by the short tracklist. Klaus Schulze is known for his very long songs, and the entire Kontinuum album extends past the 75-minute mark!

Klaus will also be re-releasing his 1980 live album …Live… and his 1996 album Wahnfried: Trance Appeal on the same day, June 8th. As an extra bonus, both albums will have a bonus track.

…Live… (re-release) tracklist
Disc 1:
1. Bellistique
2. Sense
Disk 2:
1. Heart
2. Dymagic
3. Le mans au premier

Wahnfried: Trance Appeal (re-release) tracklist
1. Suspense
2. Bizarre
3. Rubbish
4. Angel Heart
5. So what?
6. Towarisch
7. Das mädchen mag es
8. A chilly fiesta
9. Esprit sans frontieres
10. Psychedilic clubbing
11. Le sleep des animaux
12. Marooned

Klaus Schulze links
Official website: Klaus-Schulze.com