Available now at bandcamp as part of the ::: Gvoon – Versions ::: series :
Gvoon – Version 2-11 is a continuous rework/collaboration series by a wide range of international artists with the original recording of Gvoon – Brennung 1 by Holger Czukay from 1997, which was kicked off by the release of Gvoon – Version 1 by HOLGER CZUKAY / die ANGEL & Zappi W. Diermaier in January 2025.
Purchasing the album at MWM bandcamp includes automatic free downloads of all future versions, which will be added monthly (except in July and August 2025) until the album is complete with a total of 10 versions by March 2026 !
# 1 : Gvoon – Version 2 (Minda)
by HOLGER CZUKAY / Natalie Beridze & Anushka Chkheidze
Natalie Beridze and Anushka Chkheidze are two leading figures in Georgia’s electronic music scene, known for their innovative approaches to sound and composition. Beridze, a pioneer and mentor, and Chkheidze, a rising talent, have collaborated on projects that bridge generations and showcase the depth of Georgia’s experimental electronic landscape.
Video by Gvoon Arthur Schmidt:
# 2 : Gvoon – Version 3 (Ghosts of Home)
by HOLGER CZUKAY / The Necks
The Necks are an Australian experimental trio renowned for their genre-defying improvisations that blend elements of jazz, minimalism, ambient, and avant-garde music. Since forming in 1987, the group—featuring Chris Abrahams (piano), Lloyd Swanton (bass), and Tony Buck (drums)—has captivated global audiences with their hypnotic, evolving performances and critically acclaimed albums.
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# 3 : Gvoon – Version 4 (Schwerefelder)
by HOLGER CZUKAY / RAW2K
This unique musical collaboration brings together Thomas Wydler (Nick Cave & The Bad Seeds) and Jochen Arbeit (Einstürzende Neubauten) — both former members of the experimental post-punk band Die Haut — political activist and experimental musician Sonja Kosche (faust), and multi-instrumentalist Yoyo Röhm, who co- founded the band Fatal Shore, among others, and collaborated with CAN drummer Jaki Liebezeit in the 1990s. The result is a long-form sonic exploration that bridges avant-garde, post-punk, and ambient traditions. Gvoon – Version 4 (Schwerefelder) presents an excerpt from the first part of the work, which was primarily recorded and produced by Ingo Krauss at the renowned Candy Bomber Studio in Berlin. Krauss worked as the house engineer at Conny Plank’s studio from 1988 to 2001, following Plank’s passing. Having collaborated with both Jaki Liebezeit and Holger Czukay, Krauss carries a direct lineage to the golden era of Krautrock, adding a distinct historical resonance to the project — subtly echoing the spirit of experimental innovation that defined an entire era of German music.
Gvoon – Version 4 (Collaboration) – video by Gvoon Arthur Schmidt:
Holger Czukay / Specials at MWM