Caspar Brötzmann Massaker

Caspar Brötzmann Massaker is a German experimental rock power trio led by guitarist and vocalist Caspar Brötzmann, the son of renowned free jazz saxophonist Peter Brötzmann. Emerging in the late 1980s, Caspar Brötzmann Massaker carved out a distinctive sound that fuses elements of noise rock, industrial, and free jazz, marked by pulverizing guitar work, immense volume, and a raw, almost primal intensity. Their music is often described as cathartic and confrontational, channeling emotion through dense sonic textures.

Albums like "The Tribe" (1987), "Black Axis" (1989), and "Koksofen" (1993) have become cult favorites, known for their visceral energy and uncompromising approach. Brötzmann’s guitar technique—often relying on feedback, distortion, and unconventional tuning—has drawn comparisons to figures like Jimi Hendrix and Sonic Youth, but maintains a voice entirely his own. The band has maintained a low profile over the years, earning critical acclaim and a dedicated following among fans of avant-garde and experimental rock.