Hans-Joachim Roedelius

Hans-Joachim Roedelius
Roedelius in 2015
Background information
Born (1934-10-26) 26 October 1934
OriginBerlin, Nazi Germany
GenresElectronic, ambient, experimental, kosmische, new age
Occupation(s)Musician, producer
Instrument(s)Synthesizer, keyboards, piano, guitar
Years active1968–present
Websiteroedelius.com

Hans-Joachim Roedelius (born 26 October 1934) is a German electronic musician and composer, known as a co-founder of the influential 'kosmische' groups Cluster and Harmonia. He is notable for his prolific discography, either as a solo artist, as part of a band, or in collaboration with other artists. He has more than 100 releases to his name. He also performed in the ambient jazz trio Aquarello, and released several solo studio albums.