so far

Following the disappointing sales of their debut, Faust’s “So Far” (1972) reveals a more melodic, approachable side of the legendary German krautrock innovators—without sacrificing their bold, forward-thinking edge.

It’s an ideal entry point into the band’s catalog, home to one of their best-known tracks, “It’s a Rainy Day, Sunshine Girl,” and widely regarded as a landmark of the era on the level of Neu!’s debut or Can’s “Tago Mago.” Long before groups such as Throbbing Gristle and Nurse With Wound, Faust were already forging industrial, futuristic soundscapes through treated rhythms and studio manipulation—hear it vividly on “Mamie is Blue.”

An essential krautrock classic. Remastered from the original tapes · 180g vinyl · Booklet included.

Formed in Hamburg in 1971, Faust blended rock with electronics, improvisation, drones, and dissonance, becoming a key force in kosmische musik (krautrock). Their first album was groundbreaking and critically praised, but commercially unsuccessful—making So Far the record where accessibility and experimentation meet in perfect balance.

Out of print on vinyl for years, this long-awaited reissue brings back a true krautrock masterpiece.

Track Listing:

• A1 It's A Rainy Day, Sunshine Girl 7:21
• A2 On The Way To Abamäe 2:42
• A3 No Harm 10:09
• B1 So Far 6:12
• B2 Mamie Is Blue 5:55
• B3 I've Got My Car And My TV 3:42
• B4 Picnic On A Frozen River 0:36
• B5 Me Lack Space ... 0:40
• B6 ... In The Spirit 2:59