Cusco
Cusco, a German new age band named after the Peruvian city of Cusco, was formed
in 1979 by Michael Holm and Kristian Schultze. The duo's music blended
electronic lounge, new age, and world rhythms, with a particular emphasis on
indigenous Mesoamerican and Inca influences. Their debut album Desert Island was
released in 1980 and achieved significant success in Japan and Korea. Notable
albums include Apurimac (1984), and Concierto De Aranjuez (1986). Their music
was frequently used as background music, including Epcot's IllumiNations:
Reflections of Earth and the radio program Coas...
