Mick Harris is an influential figure in the realm of extreme music, renowned for his pioneering work in the grindcore genre as well as his contributions to experimental and electronic music. Emerging from the gritty underground scene in the early 1980s, Harris first gained recognition as the drummer for the seminal grindcore band Napalm Death. His relentless and innovative blasting technique set a new standard for extremity in heavy music. After his departure from Napalm Death in the early 1990s, Harris continued to push musical boundaries by forming Scorn, a project that fused elements of industrial, dark ambient, and dub, culminating in a bleak, minimalist sound that further solidified his reputation as a forward-thinking artist.

Beyond his involvement with Scorn, Mick Harris has ventured into numerous other sonic territories, displaying a restless creativity and an unyielding desire to explore new soundscapes. As a solo artist, he has produced a significant body of work characterized by dense, textural sound explorations. His "Hednod Sessions" series, for instance, showcases his capacity for crafting hypnotic, beat-driven tracks that defy easy categorization. Harris' adeptness in the studio can also be seen in his remix work, such as the "Brittle Star (Mick Harris & SCORN Remix)" – a hallmark of his ability to deconstruct and reimagine material through his unique auditory lens. His discography, which includes evocatively titled releases such as "Murder Ballads (Passages)" and "Mesmeric Enabling Device," reflects an enduring commitment to stretching the parameters of music, as well as a profound talent for evoking mood and texture in his compositions. Mick Harris remains a venerable figure in underground music, revered by peers and fans alike for his relentless innovation and uncompromising artistic vision.

Genres

British Experimental

Dub Metal

Latest Release

Hednod Sessions II

Mick Harris

Album - 72 Tracks - Released July 15, 2022