Karl Bartos

The Profile

German electronic musician and composer, former member of Kraftwerk (1975–1990). Active as a solo artist with albums including Communication (2003) and Off the Record (2013).

Former Kraftwerk member; German electronic/synth-pop artist; notable solo releases include Communication (2003) and Off the Record (2013); active since the mid-1970s.

Two positive reviews cover Karl Bartos’s world: a 2008 Naples show where he blended Kraftwerk staples with solo material, and Communication (2003), praised for its high-quality, Kraftwerk-shaped synth-pop/EBM edge. Highlights include “I’m the Message,” “15 Minutes Of Fame,” “Life,” and “Camera,” plus a setlist featuring “Numbers,” “Robots,” and more. The focus is on tight production, visuals, and lyrics about technology and media.