Name: Virtual Outback
Brand: Klaus Schulze

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Bonus disc: No

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MIG02040

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Format Music GB

Limited edition

Release date

2022-05-20

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Signed copies: No

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Standard:20

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885513020406

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1 / CD / Extended format: No / Rough Trade Exclusive: No / Signed copies: No

Artist

Klaus Schulze

Genre GB

Krautrock

Label GB

Mig Music

Klaus Schulze (4 August 1947, Berlin – 26 April 2022) was a German electronic music pioneer, composer, and musician. He initially gained recognition as a drummer for Psy Free, Tangerine Dream, and Ash Ra Tempel. In 1971, Schulze embarked on a solo career as an electronic musician and released experimental albums like "Irrlicht" and "Cyborg." His groundbreaking use of the legendary VCS 3 synthesizer in his album "Cyborg" marked a significant milestone in his career.

Throughout the 1970s, Schulze continued to push boundaries with albums such as "Moondawn," "Mirage," and "X," while also embarking on numerous tours documented in live recordings. In the late '70s, he established his own label [l4293] and launched the pseudonym/project Richard Wahnfried.

In the following decade, Schulze maintained an intense release schedule alongside recording soundtracks and transitioning to digital production. He collaborated with opera singers and classical musicians on his albums while also exploring techno-inspired directions through projects like "[a29599]" with Pete Namlook.

During the 1990s, Schulze ventured into electronic interpretations of classical works by composers like Wagner. He further expanded his discography by collaborating with various artists from different genres. A comprehensive reissue program of Schulze's music began in 2005.

Mig Music is an independent record company founded by a2433871 in Hannover, Germany in 2009. The label has gained recognition for its diverse catalog and commitment to supporting independent artists.

Under the *MIG* label/brand, Mig Music distributes its catalog worldwide through a network of independent partners. This allows their music to reach a global audience and gives artists the opportunity to connect with fans from all corners of the world.

With a focus on quality and artistic integrity, Mig Music continues to discover and nurture talented musicians across various genres. Their dedication to providing a platform for independent voices has made them an influential force in the music industry.

As one of the artists who defined the sound of German electronic music in the 1970s and '80s, Schulze has a rich legacy, and in the early 2000s he released two sizable ''contemporary works' box sets. Viral Outback, a disc consisting of the hour-plus "Rhodes Elegy" (so named, seemingly, for the Rhodes electric piano) was initially available only as part of Contemporary Works II, which quickly went out of print. Now it can be heard on its own in all its spacey, ambient glory, with the 15-minute bonus cut, "Chinese Ears," for company.

Virtual Outback

Music GB