Per Boysen

Per Boysen is a Swedish multi-instrumentalist and experimental composer known for his boundary-pushing work with the Chapman Stick, a unique stringed instrument blending guitar and bass techniques. Based in Gothenburg, Boysen has carved out a niche in ambient, progressive, and improvisational music, often weaving live looping and electronic textures into his hypnotic soundscapes. His releases—like the granular synth experiments of *Lucent Darkness Levitations* or the urban pulse of *Stick Street*—showcase a restless creativity, bouncing between eerie atmospheres, jazz-inflected grooves, and cinematic post-rock.

A master of real-time improvisation, Boysen frequently blends his instrumental prowess (including flute and electronics) with visual art, as seen in projects like *Video Music*. Recent works like *Chapman Stick Canvas* and *Intimacy* highlight his knack for transforming the Chapman Stick’s tactile fretboard into orchestral-like arrangements, while titles like *Djakarta Robot Zombie* hint at his playful, genre-defying spirit. Whether crafting immersive albums or spontaneous live performances, Boysen’s output feels like a perpetual exploration of sound’s outer edges.

Genres

Jazz Blues

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Latest Release

Lucent Darkness Levitations

Per Boysen

Album - 11 Tracks - Released January 27, 2025