Baltes, Steve

Artist: Baltes, Grosskopf & Heilhecker
P: 2004
First released on Manikin label in 2001 and rereleased by Groove in 2004, Viermal Drei (4x3) from Grosskopf, Baltes, Heilhecker, is no more and no less an extension of Ashra’s works, but with a more industrial touch, always binding itself within psychedelic approach on a fine technoide structure. A great album which contains 4 extremely interesting titles. “Four Times Three” (4x3) is released under their own names. The four tracks on “Four Times Three” all have traces of the great classic Ashra albums. This means pumping sequences, great percussion- and drum parts, fine electronic atmospheres and some excellent guitar playing. In Ashra this is the job for Manuel Goettsching. He is also a little present on “Four Times Three” because a sequence of him is used in “Crazy Snake”.
“The Long Walk” shows a darker side of the trio.
For all Ashra-fans and those who are into rhythmic electronic music, “Four Times Three” is an absolute must-have.

Artist: Steve Baltes & Dyloot
P: 2006
Fast Tracks.

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Artist: Fishmoon
P: 1994 / 2007    
Musicians:
Harald Grosskopf
Bertil Mark
Helmut Zerlett
Steve Baltes
Axel Manrico Heilhecker

1994 ,the idea came up, to record a instrumental album, which should be routed more to atmospheres, than to structural aspects in music. To accomplish this Heilhecker collected relics of his guitar-laboratories during his work as producer for Phonoroid,
Sunya Beat, Thomas Kagermann, Samson Gassama,or  Andreas Ludwig. This was done between 1995 and 1998. As a result this album established a visual sound, mainly leaded by Heilhecker's guitar, but far away from common string-acrobatics. Most different musical styles and guitar-specific playing-technics had been dismantled and brought together in new aspects. All instruments were played mainly by himself this time.
"Listening to my album today, i find all influences of my collaboratories in the 90's very clearly comin' upfront.
No picture - no sound ,this formula always has been putting a spell on me.
Steve Baltes and Harald Grosskopf, my longtime fellows since those days ,represent the musical caesura of the late 90's, the moveover from linear recording to virtual tracking.
Fishmoon ,moon in pisces
,is analog to a situation of sensitive processes and expressions, or a time
, when one is not able to lock up from in- and external sensations - a state of unlimitation.
What started as a collection will be continued as a conceptional edition and released Nov -  06."

Artist: Harald Grosskopf & Steve Baltes
P: 1997
This is very fast music by the two Ashra members.

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Artist: Lemonchill
P: 2010
Id~an aka Lemonchill brings us a new remix album. The album titled 'Sleeping with giants' will take your mind, body and soul through Subconsciousness astral waves. Featuring remix's from well respected electronic music artists such as Zero cult, Side liner, Hol Baumann, Terra Nine and Chronos, as well as new promising acts such as, Mindwave and Limbo.
'Sleeping with giants' is guaranteed to bring a new sensation to chill out and electronica music lovers out there. From the melancholic chill out remix for 'Moonlight Sonata' by Zero Cult to the experimental 'Subconsciousness whispers' remix by Limbo.
Once again, Lemonchill managed to produce unique sound and atmosphere

Artist: Harald Grosskopf & Steve Baltes
P: 1998 / 2004
Named after a modern art show in 1998, Tower of Power was previously only available to attendees of the show as part of the events catalogue. Thankfully the general EM-buying public can now hear this very good music by Steve Baltes and Harald Grosskopf.
Four lengthy sonic excursions are allowed room to grow, starting with the rhythmic gyrations of “Space”. Modern and edgy, it’s a little hard to describe, straddling the borders of trance, techno, Berlin school, and prog rock, not necessarily in that order. Mainly, it’s about beats, but there are times that the synthesizers are permitted center stage to float about. I can think of nothing to compare it to really, and I love it. Great energy, great sounds, great music.
“Speech” starts with rapid-fire clipped vocal samples, literally going “dop-dop-di-da-dop,” or something along those lines. This phrase becomes a mantra, melding with the rest of the percussion. Again the sound is much more forward than retro, and the rhythms are practically the lead instrument. Amusingly, “Speed” moves along at a leisurely pace, at first quite formless but Baltes and Grosskopf can never leave the beats behind for long, and they pound forcefully along, occasionally dropping back to allow the electronics to play and stretch a bit.
sounds very much like “Crazy Snake” from Four Times Three with Baltes, Grosskopf, and Heilhecker, without the screeching lead synth line, thankfully.
Again the rhythm is king, and it carries through to the end.
Originally released as limited edition for a live performance of MISCHA KUBALL at "Tower Of Power" art performance, Hannover 1998.

Artist: Stefan Erbe & Steve Baltes
P: 2019
Wonderful story about the different stages of the lunar landing in 1969.
Perfect set by the two musicians who work together to present this melodic experience.

Artist: Stefan Erbe & Steve Baltes
P: 2017
Wonderful new collaboration in the vein of Ashras Blackouts. With melodic reverbed, flowing sequences and harmonies.

Artist: Stefan Erbe & Steve Baltes
P: 2015
Liveconcert of the two musicians at the Planetarium Bochum, played at the 6th December 2014. Melodic and atmospheric tunes fitting perfect to the show at the planetarium.
 

Artist: Steve Baltes
P: 2014
With "Bochum Sky" Steve Baltes released his first album since 14 years. This is a live recording of his concert on the 13th July 2013 at the Zeiss Planetarium in Bochum. Baltes followed the invitation of the "Sound of Sky" -mastermind, Stefan Erbe and presented the three tracks on “Bochum Sky” an enthusiastic audience. "Bochum Sky" is modern but also timeless electronic music at an extremely high level. Monotone grooves and at the same time incredible variety in the arrangements captivate the listener immediately. Bochum Sky always exudes a slight longing emotion plus a deep relaxation. And this with omnipresent, rhythmic pattern. The soft guitar sounds of Oliver Franks and fresh solos by Stefan Erbe helped to create something very special. Subtly speech samples and mysterious-urban atmospheres provide an exciting atmosphere and make the overall experience perfect.

If You´ll like the sound of Dennis Dithmar or Erik Seifert, You should listen carefully here.

Artist: Steve Baltes
P: 1995
This music was played together with Harald Grosskopf on drums.
Some fast and some melodic tracks with the typical style of the mid 90s.
 

Artist: Steve Baltes
P: 1998
This is a CD with remixes and new works. For example the Cassandras second dance is a remix of a title by Bernd Kistenamcher with a new outfit. Also Harald Grosskopf helps in some tracks.

Artist: Sunya Beat (Grosskopf & Baltes & Heilhecker)
P: 2005
Ricochet Gathering Poland 2004
This release from 2005 offers 73 minutes of energized electronic tuneage recorded live at the Ricochet Gathering in Poland on September 10, 2004.
Sunya Beat is: Steve Baltes, Harold Grosskopf and Axel Manrico Heilhecker.

Sultry electronics, agile percussion, and searing guitar combine to create luscious music that is as capable of transfixing as it is of energizing the listener. A sense of liquidity is prominent in the electronics, imbuing the music with a slithery character that in highly engaging. Utilizing versatile sounds, the electronics provide a steadfast degree of charm with bewitching textures and more demonstrative riffs.
The percussion is topnotch; no surprise considering Grosskopf’s legendary status earned from his work with Klaus Schulze and Manuel Göttsching’s band Ashra during the heyday of German electronic recordings. The rhythms here are snappy and intricate, generating tempos of hypnotic quality that are rich with vivacious animation. At the same time, many of the beats are strong and commanding, conveying brisk energy with relentless delivery.