Hemant SK

Hemant SK, also known as Hemant Sreekumar, is one of India’s earliest noise artists, with roots in experimental sound going back to childhood. Born in 1980, he began immersing himself in audio experimentation through the use of television and radio static, using these sounds for self-induced hypnosis and as the foundation for his unique approach to noise music. His practice blends computational techniques and psychoacoustic ideas, creating immersive, fluctuating soundscapes that challenge conventional listening experiences. Beyond music, Hemant SK is active as a multidisciplinary artist and curator, producing visual media and organizing noise-focused art programs.

His releases, such as *Agnotology* and *Baud Dub*, showcase his commitment to pushing boundaries within electronic and noise genres. Hemant SK is recognized for his ability to weave together machine-like textures and spectral audio elements, resulting in works that are both cerebral and viscerally engaging. His career is marked by a persistent exploration of decay, generative processes, and the loss of semantics, both in sound and visual form.

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