Schlammpeitziger

Schlammpeitziger is the wonderfully weird electronic project of German artist Jo Zimmermann, a key figure in Cologne’s experimental music scene since the early ’90s. Known for his playful mix of glitchy beats, bouncy melodies, and absurdist humor, Zimmermann crafts music that feels like a quirky fusion of IDM, chiptune, and avant-garde pop—all wrapped in his signature made-up German slang song titles (like *Freundlichbaracudamelodieliedgut* or *Schprampf Um Die Galaxis*). Over the decades, he’s released albums on cult labels like A-Musik and Sonig, earning a reputation for both his technical ingenuity and his live performances, which often involve DIY visuals and a cheeky, off-kilter vibe.

Recent releases like *Meine Unterkunft ist die Unvernunft* and the *Loch ohne Licht* remixes show Schlammpeitziger still thriving in his lane, collaborating with peers like Wolfgang Voigt (of Kompakt fame) and Andreas Dorau while staying true to his delightfully nonsensical ethos. Whether he’s singing about “world leaks” (*Weltleck*) or crafting galaxy-hopping electro jams, Zimmermann remains a lovable enigma of electronic music—proof that experimentation and fun don’t have to be mutually exclusive.

Genres

Idm

Krautrock

Pop

Experimental

Ambient

Electronica

Art Pop

Avant-garde

Lo-fi

Glitch

Chiptune

Related Artists

Aphex Twin

Four Tet

Boards of Canada

Kraftwerk

Mouse On Mars

Jamie xx

To Rococo Rot

Oval

Com Truise

Caribou

Röyksopp

Burial

Latest Release

Loch ohne Licht (Ada Remix)

Schlammpeitziger

Single - Released January 31, 2025