European
Krautrock, chanson, Italo, Euro-pop — the imports that make a collection feel well-traveled. European vinyl at Wax Trax.
European Vinyl Records
Europe is less a genre than a passport stamp — a whole continent's worth of records that took rock, pop and electronic music somewhere distinctly their own. German krautrock (Can, Neu!, Kraftwerk) rewired rhythm; French and Italian pop built their own glamorous universes; and the import pressings carry a sound and a sleeve aesthetic that the domestic editions often don't. This is the section for the digger who likes their crates a little well-traveled.
What You'll Find Here
European imports and reissues spanning krautrock, chanson, Italo-disco, library music, and Euro-pop. Mostly LPs, mix of original imports and modern reissues. A natural overlap with our French, Italian, Prog & Krautrock and Electronic sections — if you're chasing a specific national scene, those are worth a look too.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is krautrock?
The late-'60s/'70s wave of experimental German bands — Can, Neu!, Faust, Kraftwerk — who built hypnotic, motorik rhythms and basically pre-invented a lot of modern electronic and post-punk music. Hugely influential.
Why buy European import pressings?
Often the only way to get certain titles, and the pressings and sleeve art can differ from domestic editions in ways collectors care about.
Is this organized by country?
Loosely — and we also break out French and Italian into their own sections, so check those if that's your target.