Description
The Petards, hailing from Hessen, Germany, created a real hit with their self - titled debut album for Liberty. In 1969, Klaus, Horst Ebert, Roger Waldmann, and Arno Dittrich were extremely busy with numerous appearances. That year, they were likely the hardest - working band in Germany. In September 1969, producer Sigi Loch called them back to Munich's Trixi Ton Studio to record the next album. Well - prepared, the band recorded enough new songs in just five days to make four singles and a new album. All titles were penned by the Ebert brothers, who seemed to have endless ideas. The musicians skillfully incorporated studio tools like synthesizers, Mellotron, and piano into their sound. Like their previous albums, The Petards showed great variety and talent. Their songs combined progressive rock and Krautrock, and with a running time of less than four minutes, they were perfect for airplay. In early 1970, the 'Hitshock' album was released on Liberty, continuing the band's success. Many consider 'Hitshock' the most mature and best - produced of their four albums. Fans and critics alike agreed. In April 1970, The Petards made it to the arts pages when director Charles Lang chose them from 70 applicants and invited them to the Bremen Theatre for the play 'Was ihr wollt'. The musicians handled all arrangements and rewrote some titles. Sadly, no recordings survived. The play wasn't a huge success, but the band got good reviews, which promoted their new album.
To enjoy the 'Hitshock' album, simply play it on your preferred music player, be it a CD player, digital music app, or streaming service. You can listen to it at home, in the car, or while relaxing outdoors. There aren't really any strict usage rules, just let the music flow and soak in the unique blend of progressive rock and Krautrock. As for maintenance, if you have a physical CD, keep it in a clean and dry place, away from direct sunlight and scratches. For digital copies, make sure your device is properly protected with anti - virus software to avoid any data loss. Enjoy this classic album from The Petards!
