The toy works fine, and I was really lucky to find the singles in such a great condition. ( I hate spoiled sleeves, I considering the sleeves nearly as important as the record. ) The German single was bought from a collector that had a “rule”, to often buy two of some records. 1 to play, one to put away. Weird. I didn’t have any chance to ask him how he had choosing the ones he bought to collect. Thats must be expensive- and no one can see into the future. If so I should have bought stacks of duplicates in the early 80:s..But collectors take care of their records. Just go to yourself.

I’ve been thinking about this for a long time, does some personality traits make us tend to like Kraftwerk?

Kraftwerk is usually related to nerds and somehow autism (at least is what I heard). I’m not autistic but I am very sensitive, introspective, creative and perfectionist and I feel very comfortable with their music.

In addition, Kraftwerk is a very love or hate group. People love it immensely or just feel immensely boring and doesn’t understand it. What makes this distinction? I don’t think its only about tastes.

I don’t know if is just my theory or it have any sense.

When I was in middle school ( Sweden), 9-10 years..) I heard “Radioaktivity” for the first time because of my brother and it was live at first listening. It was 1976 and I soon bought my own. With stickers. But I was a child and I didn’t value them as I should. Back to our time. I have 3 copies, all first. And by a coincidence I was in to my favorite shop here in Stockholm where I bought another first pressing. When I came home a surprise happened..

As a lifelong fan I bought Computer World in 81. Yesterday I bought another copy (Netherland) with an old time data sheet inside. I’m sure I would know if it was something that come with the first copy’s. I think it’s homemade, but very good in style and paper choice. Have anyone seen this before?

In case you were interested. This is the final compilation of a Tribute to Kraftwerk contest.

https://hispasonicos.bandcamp.com/album/tribute-to-kraftwerk-2024

Greetings.

kraftwerk announced! i hope they tour the states

https://www.theguardian.com/music/2024/nov/19/kraftwerk-autobahn-50-epic-road-trip-electronic

Hey hey! I came across a deal for Techno Pop on vinyl for £16.41, seems like a steal compared to what I’ve seen around and delivery is free if you are also in the UK. Thought I’d to the honourable thing and pass it along in case anyone’s looking for a copy!

Here’s the link to the deal

Anyone else find good Kraftwerk deals on vinyl recently? Would love to hear about them :)

I was flying from Hong Kong to JFK on Cathay Pacific and as I was scrolling through the movie choices there to my surprise in the 🎵 section was the Kraftwerk Pop Art documentary! I don't know who curates the in flight entertainment but they get a gold star from me!

I don't know if I can share a screenshot, but I was randomly checking a public social media page of fans of Fritz. In a post of around a year ago, someone asked about Ralf's reaction after Florian's dead. A profile that seemed to be from Florian's sister stated that "Ralf even would not call me back, when Florian died, neither he would condole me !"; and also "The outer Image is everything! He pretends Ralf is Kraftwerk. For him there is no family from Florian and there are no further Musicians like Karl & Wolfgang …"

Of course, with social media you cannot be 100% sure. I don't know if the profile actually belongs to Florian's sister, especially because it somewhat contradicts an earlier statement I had found on Instagram that Florian had reconciled with Ralf before he passed away. But if true, as a fan, I would be massively sad. At least a consolation is that, according to Karl and Wolfgang, they were on good terms with Florian at the end. Anyway, I guess this is all part of the mystery of Kraftwerk. Of course, no matter their relationships, their music and iconography will last forever.

jazzopen '25

which one is your favorite and why?🎼🎹

german version i

Don't judge me, I'm looking for a Kraftwerk Christmas themed jumper. Not quite the K aesthetic but what the hell.

Translation: Biggest Kraftwerk listener

You are among the 0,02% of fans who listened the most in September and October of 2024

I feel proud!

Sadly, I feel that we will never see any new Kraftwerk content. I think it's because the heart of the group have pass on in both senses.

As a fan, what do you think?