Experience the pioneers of Krautrock in cosmic top form!
On July 17, 2026, Agitation Free takes the stage at Zappanale #35 at the Bad Doberan Racetrack—the iconic festival that celebrates the spirit of Frank Zappa through experimental music. Since their formation in Berlin in 1967, Agitation Free has shaped the scene with hypnotic improvisations, endless riffs, and psychedelic soundscapes. Classics like Malesch and 2nd continue to inspire fans of ambient, prog, and Krautrock music worldwide to this day. After more than 50 years, they return with fresh drive—a tribute to their roots, yet more innovative than ever!
The New Lineup: Fresh Power for Epic Jams!
The band presents a renewed lineup that unites tradition and modernity: Lutz "Lüül" Graf-Ulbrich (guitar), Axel Heilhecker (guitar), Daniel Cordes (bass), Burghard Rausch (drums), and Tim Sund (keys). This revitalized ensemble—built upon the chemistry that exploded during recent performances—promises trance-like sessions, pulsating grooves, and unforgettable moments. Agitation Free Reloaded: Authentic, intense, and ready to agitate!
Visual Magic: Philipp Geist aka @videogeist
Renowned visual artist Philipp Geist ensures a sensory explosion. As an international specialist in video mapping, light installations, and audiovisual performances—ranging from music festivals to immersive art projects—he transforms the stage into a living universe. His synchronized projections, abstract patterns, and dynamic effects merge seamlessly with the sounds of Agitation Free, creating a total trip through colors, shapes, and emotions. It won't just be heard—it will be experienced!
With Momentum, the pioneers of experimental German rock music present their first studio album since 1999. Agitation Free takes the listener on an extraordinary musical journey. Otherworldly sounds, pulsating rhythms, grandiose guitar riffs, hypnotic sequencers and driving basslines create an amazing, cinematic soundscape - almost like a time machine that connects the past and the future. "Momentum" is an exciting album and demonstrates shows that Agitation Free are still one of the most innovative bands on the German music scene.
Between 1967 and 1974, Agitation Free was one of Germany's most innovative Krautrock bands with an international reputation. They combined improvised instrumental rock, classical avant-garde and elements of "world music" before the word even became a term. In 1972 they were the first rock band to tour Egypt, Lebanon, Cyprus and Greece and were part of the cultural programme for the Olympic Games in Munich.
They originally released two albums: the classic "Malesch" (1972), inspired by their oriental travels, and "2nd" (1973), which was a more jazzy, rock-electronic fusion.
After the band stopped touring and some members started their solo careers, the years that followed led to several CD releases with material that at the time seemed too adventurous or too "off" for a commercial release. Four more CDs with restored live and studio recordings appeared over the following years. These include energetic live recordings from France and Cologne, the very experimental Looping IV on "Last" (1976) and the more relaxed "River Of Return" (1999).
2011 saw the release of "Shibuya Nights", a spectacular live recording of three concerts in Tokyo in 2007 that perfectly captures the spirit of the band's early years.
