Hans Joachim Irmler

Hans Joachim Irmler is a German experimental musician and founding member of the legendary krautrock band Faust, who helped shape the avant-garde sound of the 1970s with their genre-blurring work. Beyond Faust’s iconic releases, Irmler has carved out a solo career steeped in improvisation and sonic exploration, often crafting custom instruments and modular synths to create his immersive, otherworldly textures. He’s also the founder of Klangbad, a label and studio that champions left-field electronic and experimental music. Recent releases like *Sanftes Land* and *Lifelike* showcase his knack for blending organic drones with electronic experimentation, while *Die Gesänge des Maldoror* reflects his enduring love for collaborative, boundary-pushing projects. Whether tinkering with analog gear or conjuring hypnotic soundscapes, Irmler remains a restless innovator in Germany’s experimental music scene.