The Cosmic Jokers
West German krautrock supergroup
👥 Personnel & Lineage (1)
Tap any band to hopKlaus Schulze
📜 Archival Liner Notes & Thank-Yous
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The Historical Lineage of The Cosmic Jokers
The Cosmic Jokers emerged out of West Germany starting in 1973, contributing distinctive energy to the space rock landscape. Anchored by personnel including Klaus Schulze, the band forms vital family tree connections across the scene, notably through Klaus Schulze (also of Ash Ra Tempel).
Archival Entry Points & Significance
To explore The Cosmic Jokers's place in the knowledge graph, begin by examining their personnel roster and shared scene bridges. Immediate lineage hops connect directly to Ash Ra Tempel (Shared member Klaus Schulze). Use the interactive Bridge Finder below to calculate the shortest path between The Cosmic Jokers and other scene originators.
Where to Dig Next From The Cosmic Jokers
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