Bullant

Bullant is the electronic solo moniker of Joey Walker, primarily known as the lead guitarist for the prolific Australian psych-rock outfit King Gizzard & The Lizard Wizard. Launched in 2020, the project represents a sharp departure from his band's garage-rock roots, diving instead into the realms of IDM, techno, and microhouse.

The project's origin story is foundational to its sound: recorded with minimal equipment in a small studio above a stairwell at Flightless HQ, the music retains a 'bedroom production' intimacy and a raw, unpolished edge. Critically, Bullant is often compared to the early 90s output of Rephlex and Warp Records, specifically the playful but complex sequencing of artists like Polygon Window and µ-Ziq. The sound identity is defined by asymmetrical rhythms, modular synth squelches, and a gritty, analog texture that eschews the 'clean' aesthetic of contemporary EDM. Within the Australian scene, Bullant sits alongside other experimental electronic acts emerging from the Melbourne rock underground, bridging the gap between DIY punk ethics and sophisticated electronic composition. His work is characterized by a restless energy and a refusal to settle into standard 4/4 club tropes, making it a favorite for 'crate diggers' and fans of outsider house.