What makes Faust IV by Faust notable?

'Faust IV' is often credited with influencing the post-punk and new wave movements, noted for its unorthodox structures and sonic explorations. It received critical acclaim upon release, praised by outlets such as Rolling Stone for its audacious creativity, and has continued to be regarded as an essential work within the genre. By the time of its release in September 1973, Faust was already established as a key player in the Krautrock movement following their influential debut album. 'Faust IV' is their fourth studio album, showcasing a matured sound that further pushed the boundaries of experimental rock while solidifying their reputation for innovation.

Faust IV works well if you're into long, immersive listening sessions, wave-like pacing dynamics and kaleidoscopic auditory exploration.

How many songs are on Faust IV?

Faust IV has 8 tracks, running approximately 44 minutes.

Faust IV

Faust · 1973

44 min · 8 tracks · Krautrock

A kaleidoscopic blend of avant-garde experimentation and minimalist grooves that defines the Krautrock sound.

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Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

long, immersive listening sessions
wave-like pacing dynamics
kaleidoscopic auditory exploration
varied energy throughout

Where this album fits

Career context: By the time of its release in September 1973, Faust was already established as a key player in the Krautrock movement following their influential debut album. 'Faust IV' is their fourth studio album, showcasing a matured sound that further pushed the boundaries of experimental rock while solidifying their reputation for innovation.
Stylistic neighbors: Eloy· Agitation Free· Kraftwerk

Tracklist

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

1 Krautrock 11:47
2 The Sad Skinhead 2:43
3 Jennifer 7:11
4 Just a Second (Starts Like That!) 3:35
5 Picnic on a Frozen River / Deuxieme Tableux 7:45
6 Giggy Smile 4:28
7 Läuft … Heißt, das es läuft oder es kommt bald … Läuft 3:40
8 It’s a Bit of a Pain 3:08

What to play next

Listen next

Rien

1994

Go back to

The Faust Tapes

1973

Full Faust discography Artists like Faust

Krautrock

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