Boyd Rice, an American avant-garde artist, musician, and writer, is known for his experimental sound compositions and controversial public persona. His music career began in the late 1970s, and he quickly became a prominent figure in the noise music and industrial genres. Rice’s work often incorporates a variety of audio elements, including tape loops, static, and spoken narratives, which he manipulates to create his distinct soundscapes.

His 2012 release "Back To Mono" is a testament to his commitment to the raw, monaural sounds that defined his early work in the noise scene. Prior to this, he collaborated with Death in June on "Alarm Agents" in 2006, blending neofolk elements with his abrasive experimentation. The album "Wolf Pact," made with New York-based band NON, showcases Rice's interest in synthesizer-based compositions and dense lyrical content. "The Way I Feel" offers a more personal and introspective look at Rice's work, delivering a compilation of both music and the artist’s recitations. Notably, "Easy Listening For The Hard Of Hearing" is an aptly named album from 1989, originally a collaboration with musician Frank Tovey (also known as Fad Gadget), reissued for modern listeners to experience the dissonant and provocative landscapes that Rice has cultivated throughout his career. Through these projects, Boyd Rice has cemented his role as a confrontational figure in the avant-garde music scene, consistently challenging audiences and pushing the boundaries of sonic experimentation.

Genres

Experimental

Industrial

Martial Industrial

Neofolk

Power Electronics

Latest Release

Back To Mono

Boyd Rice

Album - 11 Tracks - Released November 6, 2012