Why Kraftwerk are more influential than the Beatles

International media have dubbed Kraftwerk, 'the electronic Beatles' and begun to suggest that they might be more influential on art and modern sounds than The Beatles. We visit the birthplace of the band, Duesseldorf, to examine this controversial proposition. Kraftwerk's audacious quest to craft a new sound that defied conventions began in the western German city on the Rhine. We discover how the vibrant energy of Düsseldorf's art and design scene fueled Kraftwerk's imagination. Follow Kraftwerk's rise with hits like "Autobahn" and "The Model," and experience the sampled echoes of Kraftwerk's innovation that became a major influence on modern music from the 1980s onwards. The pulsating rhythms of their electronic symphonies revolutionized music. We celebrate the music of both Kraftwerk and The Beatles, dissect their impact, and let the sounds of two eras collide in an electrifying tale of musical innovation. #dwhistoryandculture For more visit: https://www.dw.com/en/culture/s-1441 ⮞ Follow DW Culture on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/dw.culture ⮞ Follow DW Culture on Twitter: twitter.com/DW_Culture Please follow DW's netiquette: https://p.dw.com/p/MF1G 00:00 Introduction 00:55 A New Sound 05:12 Pioneers of Technology 06:42 Perfect Pop 08:46 Total Work of Art 12:47 Sample Legacy 14:52 Conclusion