Edgar Froese, born on June 6, 1944, in Tilsit, East Prussia (now Sovetsk, Kaliningrad Oblast, Russia), was a visionary musician and a pioneering figure in electronic music, most notably as the founding member of the German electronic group Tangerine Dream. His work with the band from its inception in 1967 until his passing on January 20, 2015, cemented his status as an innovative force in the development of the genre. Throughout his career, Froese's fascination with creating soundscapes that transcended traditional musical boundaries led to an expansive body of work that explored the depths of synthesized music and its interaction with other art forms.

Froese's solo discography is marked by a dedication to sonic exploration, as seen in albums such as "Aqua" (1974), his first solo release which dived into the fluid textures of electronic music, and "Stuntman" (1979), an album that combined his keen sense of melody with lush, electronic landscapes. His work, such as “Pinnacles” (1983), showcased his consistent ability to craft ambient atmospheres that could transport listeners to otherworldly realms. In later years, releases like "Dalinetopia" and "Daliesquador" paid homage to the surrealist influences in his music, displaying an unending quest to intertwine various artistic elements. To the world of electronic and ambient music, Edgar Froese's contributions are invaluable, and his legacy continues to resonate through both his solo projects and the ongoing influence of Tangerine Dream.

Genres

Berlin School

Krautrock

Latest Release

Wish You Were Here (2023 Mix) (Instrumental) - Single

Edgar Froese

Single - Released September 11, 2023