Industry Apr 24, 2026
The Origins of Techno: Kraftwerk's "Dorfmusic" and Its Unrecognized Influence
House music might well have been called 'Dorf' music if this Düsseldorf track had only reached the right ears
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MusicRadar
A 1973 track by Kraftwerk, titled "Dorfmusic," is presented as a foundational element in the development of techno music, predating the genre's official establishment by nearly a decade. The song's potential impact was limited as it did not reach a wide audience at the time. Had it gained more traction, house music might have adopted the name 'Dorf music.' Originally reported by MusicRadar.