What makes Flow Motion by Can notable?

Upon its release, 'Flow Motion' achieved notable commercial success, reaching No. 35 on the UK Albums Chart, marking one of Can's higher chart positions. The album also introduced the single 'I Want More,' which gained significant radio play and became a staple in their live performances, showcasing Can's ability to blend art rock with pop sensibilities. By the time of 'Flow Motion's' release in 1976, Can was transitioning from their earlier experimental sound, which had garnered critical acclaim through albums like 'Tago Mago' (1971) and 'Ege Bamyasi' (1972). This album marked a shift towards more accessible songwriting while still embracing their signature improvisational style, positioning them as innovative leaders in the krautrock movement.

Who is Flow Motion for?

Flow Motion works well if you're into steady, consistent energy levels, long, immersive listening sessions and gradual builds and payoffs.

How many songs are on Flow Motion?

Flow Motion has 7 tracks, running approximately 38 minutes.

Released 50 years ago

Flow Motion

Can · 1976

38 min · 7 tracks · progressive rock · art rock · Krautrock

A hypnotic blend of progressive rock rhythms and avant-garde experimentation infused with a sense of fluidity.

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Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

steady, consistent energy levels
long, immersive listening sessions
gradual builds and payoffs
hypnotic rhythmic explorations

Where this album fits

Career context: By the time of 'Flow Motion's' release in 1976, Can was transitioning from their earlier experimental sound, which had garnered critical acclaim through albums like 'Tago Mago' (1971) and 'Ege Bamyasi' (1972). This album marked a shift towards more accessible songwriting while still embracing their signature improvisational style, positioning them as innovative leaders in the krautrock movement.
Stylistic neighbors: Neu!· Faust· Amon Düül II

Tracklist

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

1 I Want More 3:37
2 Cascade Waltz 5:43
3 Laugh Till You Cry, Live Till You Die 6:38
4 ........And More 2:51
5 Babylonian Pearl 3:32
6 Smoke (Ethnological Forgery Series No. 59) 5:20
7 Flow Motion 10:29

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