Nobukazu Takemura

Nobukazu Takemura is a Japanese musician, producer, and sound artist known for his adventurous approach to electronic music. Emerging from the vibrant underground scene of Kyoto in the late 1980s and early 1990s, he has explored a wide range of styles, including glitch, IDM (Intelligent Dance Music), ambient, and experimental jazz. Takemura’s works often blend intricate digital textures with organic elements like piano and voice, creating a detailed and playful sonic world that's both technically dazzling and emotionally rich.

Over the years, he’s released albums on influential labels like Thrill Jockey and has collaborated with artists such as Autechre and Tortoise. His projects range from solo releases under his own name to side ventures like Child's View, where he explored more whimsical, pop-inflected sounds. Albums like Scope and Sign highlight his knack for intricate rhythms and shimmering sound design. Nobukazu Takemura remains a quietly influential figure in experimental music, continually pushing boundaries with his distinctive, imaginative style.