Auf der Bahn zum Uranus

Chronique

This Krautrock obscurity, originally selling only 300 copies, showcases a group that starts with Pink Floydian space rock, adds congas, searing psychedelic guitar solos, and Teutonic angst, and, on top of that, unlike many of their fellow Germans, they sing in their native tongue. Fortunately for the non-German, they also go for long instrumental solos, with soaring organ tones and both electric and acoustic guitar, with plenty of energy. One can hear Gaa's creative vision shine through, especially on tracks like "Uranus," with its menacing vocals and slow buildup to insanity, and the upbeat "Gaa." The rest of the album is still very good considering the unfortunate circumstances of the recording, done hurriedly by an unenthusiastic label owner, as well as the fact that the Ohrwaschl CD is transcribed quite obviously from not-quite-mint vinyl, especially at the beginning and end of each side.
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