Tori Iwatani, known professionally as TORIENA, is a trailblazing musician in the world of chiptune, the genre that involves crafting music using the sound chips from vintage video game systems. Since her emergence in the scene, TORIENA has garnered acclaim for her energetic and intricately layered compositions, which fuse the nostalgic bleeps and bloops of 8-bit music with the hard edges of modern electronic genres. Based in Kyoto, Japan, she is not only an artist but also a producer, and one of the prominent figures to watch in the rapidly evolving chiptune landscape.

TORIENA's discography is as vibrant and dynamic as her live performances, which are often praised for their high octane energy and visual flair. She debuted in the early 2010s and has since unleashed a barrage of tracks that push the boundaries of traditional chiptune, experimenting with various electronic sub-genres. With recent releases like "In Your Verse" and "GOKIGEN," she continues to showcase her prowess in creating sonically rich and rhythmically complex pieces that resonate with both fans of retro gaming culture and contemporary electronic music enthusiasts. Furthermore, TORIENA's dedication to the DIY ethos is evident in her work; she runs her own record label, MADMILKY RECORDS, which is a testament to her commitment to the chiptune genre and its community.

Genres

Denpa-kei

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Latest Release

Worlds End

TORIENA

Single - Released February 24, 2024