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The Human Explosion of Japanese Noise

When discussing the pioneers of Japanese harsh noise, names like Merzbow, Hijokaidan, and Incapacitants inevitably dominate the conversation. Yet among them stands an artist whose performances have become legendary—not only for their sonic violence but also for their sheer unpredictability. That artist is **Masonna**, the long-running project of Osaka-based noise musician **Maso Yamazaki**.

Artist Profile Vomir Romain Perrot

The Paris musician who built harsh noise wall into a refusal. One unbroken block of static, played with his back to the room, while the audience is handed plastic bags.