I think Can was a pretty groovy German band...kinda an organic pre-techno jam band
Yeah, Can were very psychedlic, groovy, experimental and amongst the best of the Krautrock bands. Check out their history at Wikipedia.
Back to the topic:
My favourite album of the year (so far) ist J Dilla's "Donuts" by the late Jay Dee (RIP!). One of the finest instrumental hip hop albums you'll ever find.