Noise Rock (Japanoise)

Description

Noise Rock, particularly the Japanoise subgenre, is characterized by its use of dissonance, feedback, and unconventional song structures. It often features a chaotic and abrasive sound that challenges traditional musical norms.

History

Japanoise emerged in the late 1970s and 1980s as part of the broader noise music movement, which sought to explore the boundaries of sound and music. Japanese artists like Merzbow and Boredoms became prominent figures in this genre, pushing the limits of auditory experience with their experimental and often confrontational performances.