Electronic · IT · Active since 2000

Astro

Abrasive yet strangely celestial analog noise. Hiroshi Hasegawa crafts dense, pulsating soundscapes that feel like a transmission from a dying star.

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This is music that occupies the space between physical vibration and pure thought. It is built from the ground up using analog synthesizers, resulting in a sound that feels organic even at its most abrasive. There is a distinct sense of scale here, moving from the microscopic crackle of electricity to the vast, cold expanse of deep space. It demands your full attention, rewarding the listener with a trance-like state that is both overwhelming and meditative.

What sets this project apart is the mastery of frequency. Unlike digital noise which can feel flat, these recordings possess a three-dimensional quality. You can hear the circuits straining and the oscillators drifting, creating a living, breathing wall of sound. It is not just loud; it is textured, featuring rhythmic pulses that emerge from the chaos like a heartbeat heard through a thick metal hull.

Start with the self-titled 2024 release to experience the full breadth of this sonic philosophy. It serves as a perfect entry point for those who want to explore how noise can be used as a tool for transcendence rather than just a display of aggression.

Our Catalog1 Album · 2024
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