PRIMITIVE KNOT COLD AS A DEAD SUN

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**.

The Rita Sam McKinlay

The Vancouver project that co-founded harsh noise wall, then filled the wall with content — great white sharks, giallo horror, ballet, and nylon. Where Vomir empties the wall out, The Rita loads it up.