"Victoriaville Mai 2011" is a captivating live album capturing the spontaneous compositions of three titans of experimental music: Richard Pinhas, Merzbow, and Wolf Eyes. Recorded at the 27th Festival International de Musique Actuelle de Victoriaville on May 20, 2011, this album is a testament to the raw, unfiltered power of improvisational performance.
The album features two extended tracks, "Victoriaville Mai 2011" and "Victoriaville Mai 2011 - Encore," totaling 57 minutes of intense, otherworldly soundscapes. Richard Pinhas, the renowned French guitarist and progressive electronic artist, joins forces with Japanese noise artist Merzbow and the experimental rock trio Wolf Eyes to create a sonic journey that blends krautrock and space rock elements with the chaotic energy of noise music.
The meeting of these five musicians—Richard Pinhas, Merzbow, and the three members of Wolf Eyes—resulted in a unique and exhilarating live experience. The album's spontaneous compositions showcase the individual strengths of each artist while seamlessly weaving their distinct styles into a cohesive whole. From the haunting drones and pulsating rhythms to the explosive bursts of noise, "Victoriaville Mai 2011" is a thrilling exploration of the boundaries of experimental music.
Released by Les Disques VICTO in 2012, this album is a essential addition to any fan of avant-garde and experimental music. The live setting adds an extra layer of intensity and immediacy, making "Victoriaville Mai 2011" a standout release in the discographies of all involved. Whether you're a longtime fan of Richard Pinhas, Merzbow, or Wolf Eyes, or simply a curious explorer of the outer reaches of musical expression, this album is sure to captivate and inspire.
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