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Can

Musical Group

Can is a German experimental rock band formed in 1968, known as a key group of the krautrock movement. Core members included Holger Czukay, Irmin Schmidt, Michael Karoli and Jaki Liebezeit; vocal duties were held at different times by Malcolm Mooney and Damo Suzuki. The band recorded prolifically at their Inner Space studio (Schloss Nörvenich) and released influential albums such as Tago Mago, Ege Bamyasi and Future Days.

Formed in Cologne/Inner Space (Schloss Nörvenich) in 1968; major albums noted in reviews include Monster Movie (1969), Tago Mago (1971), Ege Bamyasi (1972) and Future Days (1973); frequently praised for hypnotic rhythms (Jaki Liebezeit) and improvisational studio work.

DeBaser's reviews collectively celebrate Can as a foundational krautrock/experimental band. Critics praise the group's hypnotic rhythms, improvisational approach and landmark albums (Tago Mago, Ege Bamyasi, Future Days). Reviews mix deep enthusiasm with vivid metaphors and frequent references to Inner Space/Schloss Nörvenich sessions. Recommended starting points and standout tracks are noted throughout.

For:Fans of experimental rock and krautrock; listeners interested in hypnotic rhythms, improvisation and 1970s avant-garde music.

 "\u201CDelay\u201D is the great lost album of Can. Rejected by everyone, it was only released in the eighties."

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 "Tago Mago is the absolute best Can album and a milestone of inestimable value."

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 "Future Days is a pure concentration of genius and experimentation, resulting in something simply unthinkable for any record by any band."

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