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Blackouts

Ashra · 1978

47 min · 6 tracks · Krautrock

Ethereal synthesizers and hypnotic rhythms create a cosmic journey through Krautrock's experimental landscape.

Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

  • cosmic journey through soundscapes
  • wave-like pacing with peaks
  • hypnotic rhythms for deep focus
  • immersive experience for exploration

Maybe skip if you want

  • seeking immediate gratification
  • prefer concise, standalone tracks

Where this album fits

Career context
Released in 1978, 'Blackouts' marked Ashra's transition into a more electronic sound following their earlier works. This album was the band's fifth release and followed 'New Age of Earth', showcasing a shift towards longer, more immersive compositions that were emblematic of the Krautrock movement's evolution during the late 1970s.
Stylistic neighbors
Agitation Free· Kraftwerk· Eloy

Tracklist

Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.

  • 1 77 Slightly Delayed 6:50
  • 2 Midnight on Mars 6:56
  • 3 Don’t Trust the Kids 3:14
  • 4 Blackouts 4:36
  • 5 Shuttle Cocks 8:31
  • 6 Lotus, Parts I-IV 16:55

Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata