Much in the same way that Europeans can get a good idea of Americans by watching "Independence Day," so too can we Americans get a pretty good idea of Germans by watching "Run Lola Run." That whole "we live in a perfect robot society where all the clocks are in sync and we're also kind of stuck-up, but WWII kind of humbled/weirded us out" kind of thing says a lot to those of us who want a quick easy stereotype. Kraftwerk does little to contradict this stereotype, with their obsession of all things modern and machine-based. I'm sure you've heard "Tour De France" at some point in your life by now, so I can't tell you much that you don't already know: heavy breathing, electro boom slaps and an ethereal melody laced on top… kinda like Serge Gainsbourg starring in "Tron." I mention this because 3 years ago I made a tape using the original at 33 over a Bjork remix. Remixing remixes! I was up on that mash-up s*&t way before! Plus I had "Ain't Hard To Tell" over "Close To Me," and Pete said it was "too obvious." Now we sell that ODB mash-up. WTF?!!!). Indie exclusive edition pressed on one blue and one red LP, including booklet insert with stills from the Tour De France video.

• red + blue colored double vinyl pressing
  
• indie exclusive
• includes full color printed inner sleeves + deluxe photo booklet
  
• remastered sound
• music label: Kling Klang 2020
• also available: Autobahn | Radio-Activity | Trans Europe Express |  The Man Machine | Computer World | Techno Pop | The Mix

reviewed by the woodman 05/2005