Guru Guru

Hey Du

Guru Guru Hey Du
Label: Brain
Country: Germany
Released: 1979
Format: Vinyl,LP,Album

Introduction to Hey Du

In 1979, Guru Guru, a prominent band in the German music scene, released the album Hey Du under the moniker Guru Guru Sunband. This release came out on the Brain label, catalog number 0060.187. The album was recorded and mixed at Guru Berg Studio and Conny's Studio, with Petrus Wippel serving as the producer and recording engineer.

Musical Composition

Hey Du presents a fusion of various musical styles, including Krautrock, disco-funk rhythms, tropical grooves, and new wave elements. This eclectic mix showcases the band's ability to evolve their sound while retaining their unique identity. The album features a new lineup that includes Mani Neumeier on drums, kalimba, and percussion, alongside Roland Schaeffer on guitar and saxophone. Ingo Bischof, known for his work with Kraan, contributes keyboards and percussion, while Gerald Luciano Hartwig, formerly of Karthago, plays bass guitar. Butze Fischer, a past member of Embryo and Missus Beastly, adds depth with his drums and tabla.

Track Highlights

The first side of the album opens with "Starway," an upbeat introduction that sets the tone for the record. Tracks like "Dös War I" highlight Bavarian humor, while "Was Für 'Ne Welt" and the exotic instrumental "Giri Fushi" further explore the band’s diverse influences. The second side features the energetic title track "Hey Du!" and the rhythmic "Taoma." The album concludes with the 10-minute Krautrock epic "Atommolch," which encapsulates the band's experimental spirit.

Production Credits

In addition to Wippel's engineering, the album includes guest contributions from Peter Kühmstedt and Karla Maria Von Sinnen on bass for specific tracks. The visual aspect of the album was designed by Wolfgang Gersch, with photography by Peter Schöning and Tai M. Lüdicke. This collaborative effort reflects the band's commitment to a comprehensive artistic vision.

Release Information

Hey Du was released in Germany in 1979 and is available in the format of a vinyl LP. The album is an exemplar of the late-1970s experimental music scene, marking another chapter in Guru Guru's extensive career. The album features a total playing time of approximately 39 minutes.

Tracklist

A1Starway
Written-By – Bischof*
4:55
A2Dös War I
Bass – Karla Maria Von SinnenWritten-By – Hattler*Written-By – Bischof*Written-By – Neumeier*Written-By – Schaeffer*
4:04
A3Was Für 'Ne Welt
Written-By – Fischer*Written-By – G. L. Hartwig*Written-By – Bischof*Written-By – Neumeier*Written-By – Schaeffer*
6:15
A4Giri Fushi
Bass – Peter KühmstedtWritten-By – Bischof*Written-By – Neumeier*Written-By – Schaeffer*
4:01
B1Hey Du!
Written-By – Fischer*Written-By – G. L. Hartwig*Written-By – Bischof*Written-By – Neumeier*Written-By – Schaeffer*
4:26
B2Taoma
Written-By – Fischer*Written-By – G. L. Hartwig*Written-By – Bischof*Written-By – Neumeier*Written-By – Schaeffer*
6:16
B3Atommolch
Written-By – Fischer*Written-By – Hartwig*Written-By – Bischof*Written-By – Neumeier*Written-By – Schaeffer*
9:46

Credits

  • Bass Guitar – Gerald Luciano Hartwig
  • Drums, Tabla, Percussion – Butze Fischer
  • Guitar, Saxophone, Vocals – Roland Schaeffer
  • Keyboards, Percussion, Vocals, Percussion [Ballaphon] – Ingo Bischof
  • Lacquer Cut By – SST
  • Layout [Cover] – Wolfgang Gersch
  • Photography By – Peter Schöning
  • Photography By – Tai M. Lüdicke
  • Producer [Produziert Von] – Mani Neumeier
  • Producer [Produziert Von] – Petrus Wippel
  • Producer [Produziert Von] – Roland Schaeffer
  • Recorded By [Aufgenommen Von], Mixed By [Gemixt Von] – Petrus Wippel
  • Text By – Liz Marshall
  • Text By – Mani Neumeier
  • Vocals, Drums, Kalimba, Percussion – Mani Neumeier
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Guru Guru - 1979 Hey Du (Krautrock, Electronic, Jazz-Rock - Germany) B3 Atommolch
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Guru Guru - 1979 Hey Du (Krautrock, Electronic, Jazz-Rock - Germany) B2 Taoma
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Guru Guru - 1979 Hey Du (Krautrock, Electronic, Jazz-Rock - Germany) B1 Hey Du!
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Guru Guru - 1979 Hey Du (Krautrock, Electronic, Jazz-Rock - Germany) A4 Giri Fushi
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Guru Guru - 1979 Hey Du (Krautrock, Electronic, Jazz-Rock - Germany) A2 Dös War I
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Guru Guru - 1979 Hey Du (Krautrock, Electronic, Jazz-Rock - Germany) A3 Was Für 'Ne Welt
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Guru Guru - 1979 Hey Du (Krautrock, Electronic, Jazz-Rock - Germany) A1 Starway

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