A landmark album of noise music: from industrial to Japanoise.
Noise music, born from the free imagination of artists who sometimes ignore conventional musical composition and sound design, employing not only pure instruments but also samples of metallic objects and sounds from the natural world—indeed, every method imaginable—is, quite literally, so unmusical that it can make listeners uncomfortable.
In this article, we will focus on landmark albums by representative bands of the genre known as industrial music—indispensable when discussing noise music—while also introducing works by Japanese artists who are highly acclaimed worldwide under the banner of Japanoise.
Take this opportunity to experience the unique sensations that can only be found within the realm of noise.
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Masterpieces of Noise Music: From Industrial to Japanoise (31–40)
Kalpol IntrolFeet
Autechre is a British music duo formed in 1987, known for performing live in complete darkness.
“Kalpol Introl” is a track from the album “Incunabula,” released in 1993.
TerminusPsychic TV
Psychic TV is a British band formed in 1981.
They went on hiatus in 1996 but resumed activities in 2003.
“Terminus” is a track from their debut album, “Force the Hand of Chance,” released in 1982.
KrautrockFaust
Faust is a German band formed in 1971.
They are highly regarded in the UK.
The band’s name means “fist.” “Krautrock” is included on the 1973 album Faust IV.
I like you, I like you—I love you.BiS kaidan
BiS Kaidan is a collaborative unit between Emergency Staircase (Hijokaidan) and BiS, known for performances where they throw various objects from the stage into the audience.
“Suki Suki Daisuki” is a cover of Jun Togawa’s song and was included on the album “BiS Kaidan,” released in 2013.
SENZURI MONKEY METAL ACTIONThe Gerogerigegege
The Gerogerigegege is Juntaro Yamanouchi’s solo project, and it is well known not only in Japan but also overseas.
It is also known for performances involving masturbation on stage.
“SENZURI MONKEY METAL ACTION” is a single released in 1992.
Masterpieces of Noise Music: From Industrial to Japanoise (41–50)
Tiger ChainDeerhoof
Deerhoof is an American band formed in 1994 and has also performed at the Fuji Rock Festival.
“Tiger Chain” is a track from their debut album “The Man, the King, the Girl,” released in 1997.
Start The Riot!Atari Teenage Riot
Atari Teenage Riot is a German band formed in 1992, and they performed in Japan in 2011.
“Start The Riot!” is a track from the 1995 album “Delete Yourself!”.