The music that Kraftwerk plays live now ‘is what AI does’: Karl Bartos
Karl Bartos, former drummer of Kraftwerk, reflects on the band's evolution and its reliance on technology. He notes that the music they perform now resembles what artificial intelligence can produce. Bartos discusses his experiences and the cultural impact of Kraftwerk in his memoir.
- ▪Karl Bartos joined Kraftwerk in 1974, just before the release of their landmark album Autobahn.
- ▪The band's music is characterized by electronically created synthetic language and a unique sound that was ahead of its time.
- ▪Bartos documents his 16 years with Kraftwerk in his memoir, highlighting their innovative approach to pop music.
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