Kollektiv ~ Germany

Kollektiv (1973)

Kollektiv's album on Brain is one of those Krautrock gems that few paid attention to until recent times. Generally panned by the underground rock community as "jazz", this is squarely in what is now known as "Kraut fusion" and had it been on the MPS label (which it should have been probably), would be even more sought after by those into "rare groove". Loads of flute, electric sax, driving bass, scattered rhythms, and that all-important fuzz guitar is never too far away. The missing link between Xhol Caravan and the late 70's fusion movement in Germany (Mosaik, Cry Freedom, Morpheus, Katamaran, Munju, etc...). Essential.

Ownership: 

1973 Brain (LP). Gatefold cover with a gimmix insert attached on the inside portion, that was to be used as a game to mix variations on words like Pop, Rock, and Jazz. My copy has been cut like most (carefully and very nicely done), so at least I can play the game. An unperforated sheet goes for two to three times the price. Acquired in 1989.

2007 Long Hair (CD) Booklet liner notes, photos, and four long bonus tracks. Acquired in 2008.

1989; 2008; 2010; 10/11/11 (review); 9/2/18

Also own: SWF-Sessions Volume 5; Live 1973

10/11/11 (new entry)