Title: Wagamama Na Ofukuro Artist: Violent Onsen Geisha Label: Urashima Product Type: VINYL LP UPC: 769791983816 Genre: Electronic Release Date: 2023-07-07 Number of Discs: 1
Vinyl LP pressing. In 1987, Nakahara Masaya founded the project Violent Onsen Geisha, which quickly became one of the most well-known and influential names in the Japanese noise music scene, distinctive among others for frequently displaying a bizarre, sarcastic, and mischievous sense of humor. Wagamama Na Ofukuro is a super rare 1993 cassette release by Nakahara's label My Fiance's Lifework. The title translates to "Selfish Mother" in English, and the tape is known for it's confrontational and irreverent approach to music. It consists of handful of tracks that features a barrage of harsh noise, feedback, and distorted vocals. Despite it's abrasive nature, there is a sense of humor and playfulness to the music, with artist incorporating samples of children's songs and nursery rhymes into the mix. Nakahara's use of unconventional instruments and sounds, as well as his willingness to push boundaries and challenge established norms, make this cassette a standout in the noise genre. Now available fully remastered 30 years after it's first release.
