Issued in a standard jewel case with twelve page booklet enclosed in a cardboard slipcase.

Originally released in 1974, “Autobahn” is a landmark in electronic music. The title track was inspired by the experience of driving on Germany’s motorways. The enigmatic Ralf Hütter, Mr. Kraftwerk, mentioned that the idea came from his drives home on the autobahn from their Düsseldorf-based Kling Klang studio.

The band aimed to capture the essence of a car journey, incorporating sounds like the slamming of car doors, horns, and the hum of the engine. They used synthesizers to create a soundscape that mimicked the industrial environment of the Ruhr valley. This innovative approach not only defined their sound but also influenced countless artists and genres that followed.

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