Keiji Haino will be soon in Europe for three special shows, in Italy, Belgium and France. Being a musician for over 50 years, he has been called the sound wizard and even a Japanese noise master. Always exploring noise experimentation, avant-garde rock, free improvisation and DJing, Haino has collaborated with an impressive list of artists as well as formed several groups: such as Fushitsusha, Vajra, Knead and Sanhedolin.
Inspired by Antonin Artaud’s theatre, he initially pursued a theatrical path but was drawn into music after encountering The Doors. Since then, he has explored and absorbed a diverse array of musical influences. Throughout his career, recognisable by his long hair, sunglasses and black clothes, he has showcased his virtuosity on guitar, percussion, hurdy-gurdy, various wind and string instruments, as well as local instruments from diverse cultural backgrounds. With a repertoire exceeding 170 recordings and over 1,500 live performances, his contributions to experimental music are profound and enduring.
Keiji Haino in Europe April 2024
Sunday 21 April, 2024: Xing at the Ex GAM – Bologna, Italy *
Wednesday 24 April, 2024: Les Nuits Botanique Festival – Brussels. Belgium **
Friday 26 April, 2024: Paris, FR, Bourse de Commerce – Paris, France *
* guitar performance
** voice & electronics performance
Besides these three shows, the musician will also be in Europe, or rather Poland, in May for a tribute to German jazz saxophonist Peter Brötzmann, performing as guitarist and drummer with musicians such as Stephen O`Malley, Jan St. Werner, Caspar Brötzmann, and many more.
