The former Kraftwerk member returns with a driving synth-pop single, his first release on the Bureau B label. "Atomium" showcases Bartos's signature melodic and rhythmic sensibilities, updated for a contemporary audience.
- Released in February 2013, "Atomium" marked Bartos's return to releasing new music after a hiatus. The single was released on the Hamburg-based Bureau B label, known for its electronic and Krautrock releases. The B-side features a track titled "Touch That Cube."
- The single was released in the winter of 2013, preceding Bartos's third solo album, "Electric Music." The track "Atomium" is an homage to the iconic Brussels landmark.
- The single was promoted with a music video that features stylized, abstract visuals alongside shots of Bartos in the studio. It received positive attention from electronic music publications.
Karl Bartos is a German electronic musician, best known as a founding member of the influential synth-pop group Kraftwerk. He was a key figure in the band's classic period, contributing to seminal albums like "Autobahn" and "The Man-Machine."
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