Can - Spoon Shikako Maru Ten

Review by Anna Marie

Spoon Shikako Maru Ten by Can: A Krautrock Odyssey That Still Feels Fresh Let’s get one thing straight—Can wasn’t just another rock band. They were the sonic mad scientists of the early '70s, mixing Krautrock grooves, experimental chaos, and prog-rock ambition into something that still sounds like it came from an alternate universe. Their 1972 album Spoon Shikako Maru Ten, released under United Artists Records in Australia (of all places), is a perfect example of their genre-defying brilliance. And let me tell ya, if you’ve never heard this record, you’re missing out on some serious headphone magic. First up, “Spoon.” Oh man, where do I even start with this track? It’s got this hypnotic beat that feels like your brain’s been plugged into a vintage drum machine with a mind of its own. The rhythm section locks in so tight it’s almost scary—you can practically hear the molecules vibrating. Then there’s Damo Suzuki’s vocals, which are less about lyrics and more about raw emotion spilling out like paint splattered on a canvas. You don’t listen to “Spoon”; you feel it. It’s catchy as hell but also weirdly unsettling, like when you realize you’ve been humming a song for hours without knowing why. Every time I hear it, I picture myself driving through neon-lit city streets at 3 AM, windows down, letting the cold air slap me awake while the music takes over my soul. Yeah, it’s that kind of vibe. Then there’s “Shikako Maru Ten,” which flips the script entirely. If “Spoon” is all precision-engineered groove, this one’s more like wandering through a dreamworld filled with foggy synths and eerie guitar lines. There’s no rush here—it unfolds slowly, almost lazily, giving you plenty of space to lose yourself in its strange beauty. At times, it feels like they’re messing with your head on purpose, throwing unexpected sounds at you just to see how you’ll react. But instead of getting annoyed, you find yourself grinning because, damn, these guys knew exactly what they were doing. It’s not background music—it demands your full attention, and trust me, it’s worth every second. One thing that sticks out about this album is how cohesive it feels despite being totally unpredictable. Can produced and arranged everything themselves, and you can tell they weren’t trying to fit anyone else’s mold. This isn’t polished pop or radio-friendly rock—it’s gritty, unapologetic, and bursting with personality. Listening to it now, decades later, it’s crazy how modern it still sounds. Like, did these dudes have a time machine or what? So yeah, Spoon Shikako Maru Ten might not be everyone’s cup of tea. Some people will hear it and think, “What the heck is going on?” But for those who dig deep, it’s a treasure chest of wild ideas and unforgettable moments. Honestly, I’d rather listen to this than half the stuff coming out today. Maybe that says more about me than the album, but hey, who cares? Music like this reminds you that art doesn’t always have to make sense—it just has to move you. And now for the random thought that hit me while writing this: What if Can had access to TikTok back then? Would “Spoon” have gone viral? Probably. But then again, maybe we’re better off imagining it staying underground, waiting for curious ears to stumble upon it. Either way, it’s a trip worth taking.

Artist: Can
Album: Spoon Shikako Maru Ten

Australia

Rock

1972

Rating: 5.0

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Tracks

Track	Duration	Preview
Shikako Maru Ten
Spoon	3:02

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Spoon - Can (1972)

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UAK-4652

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United Artists Records

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Vinyl
7"
45 RPM
Single

Companies

Role	Company
Record Company	United Artists GmbH
Phonographic Copyright (p)	United Artists Records
Made By	Festival Records Pty. Ltd.
Published By	Copyright Control
Recorded At	Inner Space Studio

Credits

Role	Credit
Producer	Can
Arranged By	Can

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Matrix / Runout (Side A Label): MX40115
Matrix / Runout (Side B Label): MX40116
Matrix / Runout (Side A & B Label): (35 304)

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German experimental rock band formed in Cologne circa 1968, initially as Inner Space and becoming "The Can" when fronted by American vocalist Malcolm Mooney. Can are well-known as one of the key pioneers of Krautrock, particularly during the era when fronted by Japanese singer Kenji "Damo" Suzuki who "turned their sound towards a crazy mixture of improvisation, noise, mantra and funk rhythms". They were constantly at the forefront of the Krautrock scene during their 10+ year history, composed music for films by directors including Roland Klick and Wim Wenders, and had an international hit with their pop satire single "I Want More" (1976). The first Can member to go solo was Holger Czukay, and after Can split keyboard player Irmin Schmidt established a successful solo career. Other Can members also went solo and/or participated in other projects. In 1986 Czukay, Karoli, Mooney, Schmidt, and Liebezeit reformed, resulting in the album "" (1989). In March 2003 Can received the German music industry's Echo Award for lifetime achievement. Posthumously for some members, Can continue to inspire today and are blessed with a huge collection of tape recordings that have not seen the light of day. The Lost Tapes is part of this legacy, released in 2012, also known as Holger Czukay's pension fund. A new series is taking shape in the form of live recordings by long standing Can fans that shows the depth and wealth of the bands musical resolve. Principal members: Irmin Schmidt (born 29 May 1937, Berlin) Holger Czukay (born Holger Schüring, 24 March 1938, Free City of Danzig; died 5 September 2017, Weilerswist) Jaki Liebezeit (born Hans Liebezeit, 26 May 1938, near Dresden; died 22 January 2017, Cologne) Michael Karoli (born 29 April 1948, Straubing; died 17 November 2001, Essen)

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Michael Caroli
Kenji Suzuki
Jaki Liebezeit
Irmin Schmidt
Holger Czukay

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CAN
Can't
The Can
Thee Can

Aliases

Inner Space

Members

Jaki Liebezeit
Irmin Schmidt
Malcolm Mooney
Damo Suzuki
Michael Karoli
David Johnson
Rosko Gee
Rebop Kwaku Baah
Holger Schüring
Michael Cousins
Thaiga Raj Raja Ratnam

Interesting fact about Album

Here’s something cool: The album *Spoon Shikako Maru Ten* by Can is a hidden gem from 1972. It’s a mix of Krautrock, Experimental, and Prog Rock vibes. What makes it special? Can produced and arranged the whole thing themselves. Oh, and it came out in Australia on United Artists Records. The album features just two tracks—"Spoon" and "Shikako Maru Ten"—but don’t let that fool you. These tracks pack a punch with their raw creativity. Definitely worth checking out if you’re into experimental sounds!

Comments

clients101

2025-03-12

Very impressive and unusual!

tanishkakulal

2025-03-12

Super, ewig gesucht.

freemangs

2025-03-12

drchrisscotti

2025-03-12

https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Spoon_(Can_song)

kurtst

2025-03-12

nice version

missnikki1982

2025-03-12

Music from yesterday,today&tomorrow.Enjoy!!!

asouthernfeeling

2025-03-12

Lyrics

Carrying my own in the afternoon
Hiding a spoon she will be soon
Waiting fork brings a knife
Spends me her joke, she slips me alive

Carrying my own in the afternoon
Hiding a spoon she will be soon
Waiting fork brings a knife
Spends me her joke, she slips me alive

Oh, sitting on my chair where nobody want to care
Oh, sitting on my chair where nobody want to care
Carrying my own in the afternoon
Hiding a spoon she will be soon
Waiting fork brings a knife

Spends me her joke, she slips me alive
Oh, sitting on my chair where nobody want to care
Oh, sitting on my chair where nobody want to care
Oh, sitting on my chair where nobody want to care
Oh, sitting on my chair where nobody want to care
Oh, sitting on my chair where nobody want to care
Oh, sitting on my chair where nobody want to care
Oh, sitting on my chair where nobody want to care
Oh, sitting on my chair where nobody want to care
Oh, sitting on my chair where nobody want to care

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