Reviewed: 10/17/24 4.5/5
Summary: Among the more interesting albums harsh noise has to offer.
Ive listened to Pulse Demon. Venereology. Noisembryo. And yet this album is more creative than the rest, in my opinion. Although, the drawback being it is far less intense, as he leans into more ambient influences. But it is a great tradeoff, as it makes tracks more varied and shows a different side of Merzbow thats outside of chaotic and anxiety inducing noise. The effect of these ambient yet noisy loops can be hypnotic, repetitive just enough before he changes to a different loop. But he doesn't forgo the harsh noise aspects, as it can have sudden bursts of the classic ear piercing noise hes known for. This album has surprised me, with there being a single rhythm and a single beat section. Although it only happens once each, it helps the album out a lot in making tracks varied. I would rate this a 5.0, but this is for those who want more of a break from harsh noise, rather than those wanting to experience the full force of it.
Personally, this is my favorite Merzbow album yet. Hes using more influences and doing more than simply harsh noise.

Dont sleep on this one. Recommended Tracks: Looping Jane, Takemitsu.