Faust

Faust are a German krautrock collective formed in the Wümme area in the early 1970s. Known for their experimental, noisy and Dada-influenced approach, core long-standing members include Jean-Hervé Péron and Werner "Zappi" Diermaier. Their early albums (Faust, So Far, The Faust Tapes, Faust IV) are widely cited as influential in experimental and alternative music.

Formed in Wümme in the early 1970s; early work produced/curated by Uwe Nettelbeck; key long-term members include Jean-Hervé Péron and Zappi Diermaier; major early releases include Faust (1971), So Far (1972), The Faust Tapes (1973) and Faust IV (1973); material was reissued and remastered (notably by Virgin and Recommended Records/ReR); BBC/John Peel sessions and archival compilations (Munic & Elsewhere, 71 Minutes Of Faust) are part of their documented discography; the group has performed live in various configurations and released archival and new material into the 21st century (examples in the reviews include live shows and the 2024 Blickwinkel release curated by Zappi Diermaier).

Faust are a seminal German krautrock collective formed in Wümme in the early 1970s. Their 1971 debut Faust is repeatedly cited as a landmark of experimental rock. Reviews highlight their mix of noise, Dadaist humour, psychedelia and industrial experimentation. Later records (So Far, The Faust Tapes, Faust IV) and archival reissues/remasters have reinforced their reputation. The band remained active into the 21st century with archival releases, live shows and new material.

For:Listeners of 1970s experimental rock, krautrock fans, explorers of avant-garde and noise music.