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Tone Float

Organisation · 1969

52 min · 6 tracks · electronic · synth-pop · Krautrock

An expansive sonic journey that melds avant-garde experimentation with immersive electronic textures.

Why this album works

Best for
immersive soundscapes wave-like pacing throughout gradual exploration of themes
Context
Released in August 1969, 'Tone Float' marks Organisation's debut album, framing their early experimentation with electronic music within the burgeoning Krautrock movement. At this time, the band was exploring uncharted territories in sound, following their formation in 1968 and leading to significant collaborations later in their career, including with Kraftwerk.
If you like
electronic, synth-pop, Krautrock

Tone Float is an album by Organisation, released in 1969. An expansive sonic journey that melds avant-garde experimentation with immersive electronic textures. 'Tone Float' is notable for its pioneering role in the Krautrock genre, influencing a wave of experimental musicians and electronic composers. The album's abstract soundscapes and innovative use of synthesizers set a precedent for future electronic music, earning it recognition as a foundational work in the genre. Here's what makes it worth your time and what to listen to next.

Frequently Asked Questions

What does Tone Float sound like?

An expansive sonic journey that melds avant-garde experimentation with immersive electronic textures. Rooted in electronic and synth-pop.

What makes Tone Float by Organisation notable?

'Tone Float' is notable for its pioneering role in the Krautrock genre, influencing a wave of experimental musicians and electronic composers. The album's abstract soundscapes and innovative use of synthesizers set a precedent for future electronic music, earning it recognition as a foundational work in the genre. Released in August 1969, 'Tone Float' marks Organisation's debut album, framing their early experimentation with electronic music within the burgeoning Krautrock movement. At this time, the band was exploring uncharted territories in sound, following their formation in 1968 and leading to significant collaborations later in their career, including with Kraftwerk.

Who is Tone Float for?

Tone Float works well if you're into immersive soundscapes, wave-like pacing throughout and gradual exploration of themes.

How many songs are on Tone Float?

Tone Float has 6 tracks, running approximately 52 minutes.

Tracklist

6 tracks·52:15

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

  • 1 Tone Float Standout 20:37
  • 2 Milk Rock Standout 5:17
  • 3 Silver Forest Standout 3:15
  • 4 Rhythm Salad 4:05
  • 5 Noitasinagro 7:42
  • 6 Vor dem blauen Bock (Beat Club TV Theme Mai 1971) 11:17

Release Date

August 1, 1969

Genre

Krautrock, synth-pop

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Artist Origin

Germany

Runtime

52 min 15 sec