Japanoise

Japanoise, a portmanteau of "Japanese" and "noise," is an avant-garde music genre that emerged in Japan in the late 20th century. Characterized by its cacophonic blend of feedback, distortion, and electronic effects, Japanoise pushes the boundaries of conventional music to create immersive soundscapes that range from the hypnotically meditative to the intensely chaotic. Artists within this genre, such as Merzbow, Keiji Haino, and Boredoms, utilize an array of unconventional techniques and electronic equipment to craft their unique sounds, often resulting in performances that are as visually stimulating as they are aurally. At its core, Japanoise is not just about the assault on the ears; it's an exploration of the possibilities of sound, challenging listeners to reconsider the nature of music and noise.

Latest Japanoise Release
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SHOCK ROCK (2025 Remaster)
Album - 31 Tracks - Released July 2, 2025
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Melt-Banana
WAKUSEI ABNORMAL
BLEACH
Masonna
Hijokaidan
Zeni Geva
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