Transrapid (EP)

Transrapid is an extended play by German electronic artist Alva Noto. It was released in 2004 via Raster Noton label.

Background

This is the first part of the transall triptych that, according to the artist, respectively deals with one of three interrelated themes: the increased speed of information flow, utopias, and the fragmentation of ideas. The record is accompanied by an essay written by journalist and author Ulf Poschardt, addressing such issues as the acceleration of art, technology and culture and concluding that a key aspect of the contemporary is the embracing of both speed and stasis.

Personnel

Carsten Nicolai – all sounds
Nibo, R-N Modul Berlin – design
Ulf Poschardt – liner notes