Name: Flood
Brand: Kreidler

Bonus disc

Bonus disc: No

Catalogue number

BB321LP

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Colour

Black

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Discogs ID

Format multiplier

Download code

Download code: No

Rough Trade Exclusive

Rough Trade Exclusive: No

Extended format

Extended format: No

Format detail

Format Music GB

Limited edition

Release date

2019-10-25

Signed copies

Signed copies: No

Supplier GB

Shellshock

Tax rate GB

Standard:20

UPC / Barcode

4015698619850

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Total Cap

1 / Extended format: No / LP / Rough Trade Exclusive: No / Signed copies: No / black

BB321

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4015698221961

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

Artist

Kreidler

Genre GB

Electronic

Label GB

Bureau B

Bureau B is an independent record label, music publisher, and booking agency based in Hamburg, Germany. Founded in 2005 by Gunther Buskies as a sister label to Tapete Records, Bureau B specializes in releasing a diverse range of electronic and avant-garde music. With a focus on reissues and new productions, the label has built an extensive catalogue that includes iconic albums from the Krautrock genre of the 1970s and early 1980s. They also release recordings by influential artists such as Die Wilde Jagd, Kreidler, Toulouse Low Trax, and more.

Known for their commitment to preserving classic electronic music, Bureau B has been rereleasing albums from renowned artists like Cluster, Faust, Moebius, Roedelius, Plank, Schickert Schnitzler Tietchens Tyndall. In addition to these reissues, they also release works by similar artists including Blenner Heldon Pinhas Rev or NDW Plan Pyrolator.

With their impressive catalogue and dedication to promoting innovative music across various genres within the electronic spectrum - from pop to avant-garde - Bureau B continues to be a prominent force in the global music industry. Their contributions have solidified them as an authoritative figure in the world of independent labels.

Kreidler is a German band that was founded in 1994 in Düsseldorf. With their unique blend of electronic and experimental music, they have established themselves as one of the most influential acts in the genre. Drawing inspiration from a wide range of musical styles, Kreidler has created a sound that is both innovative and captivating.

Similar to *Tarwater*, *To Rococo Rot*, and *Gudrun Gut*, Kreidler's music pushes boundaries and challenges traditional notions of what constitutes a song. Their compositions are characterized by intricate rhythms, atmospheric textures, and hypnotic melodies. Fans of *Mapstation* and *Burnt Friedman* will also appreciate Kreidler's attention to detail and their ability to create immersive sonic landscapes.

Influenced by artists such as *Tied & Tickled Trio*, *Pole*, and *Mouse On Mars*, Kreidler has developed a distinct sound that defies categorization. Their music seamlessly blends elements of electronica, krautrock, jazz, and post-rock to create something truly unique. Fans of *Harmonious Thelonious* and *Schneider TM* will find much to enjoy in Kreidler's eclectic discography.

Flood is the frame, though it is a permeable one. Anders Clausen and Henrik Olesen have placed a feather on the cover and written a ship of no port on the inner sleeve. Movement frozen in luminescent yellow. Green-grey liquefaction. Nature and construct, fluttering. A ship of no ports, not wanting to dock anywhere. Or everywhere: a ship of many ports – openings, open access, outstretched arms. Welcome! This dance is yours!

Thomas Klein, Alexander Paulick, Andreas Reihse and Detlef Weinrich assembled in Düsseldorf in winter of 2018 for recordings, and then continued with further sessions in Berlin. Starting with around a dozen sketches, the band produced eight pieces, including Flood I – iv and Flood v, an ensemble of five songs that – in lp terms – fills the entire second side of the album.

Flood

Music GB