Lop Abuse On Somebody

Lop Abuse On Somebody is a prominent four-piece instrumental ensemble hailing from the Kansai region of Japan. Formed in 2012, they have become a staple of the Japanese 'zankyo' style of math rock and post-rock, characterized by high technical proficiency and clean production.

Their sound identity is defined by the dual-guitar interplay between Rin Ishiyama and Tsubasa Kohata, which utilizes tapping, harmonics, and complex counterpoint. Unlike some of their more aggressive peers, they often lean into a melodic, almost melancholic sensibility that aligns them with the 'emo-math' sub-movement. Their career arc shows a steady evolution from the raw, energetic bursts of their self-titled debut and 'Same Time' toward the more expansive and polished arrangements found on 'Continue Abuse' and 'Hands.' Critically, they are respected for their tight rhythmic synchronization and their ability to maintain a sense of 'song' within highly irregular time signatures. They occupy a cultural space alongside bands like mudy on the 昨晩 and Te', serving as a bridge between the technical math rock scene and the more atmospheric post-rock community.