Photo: Caterina Barbieri at MUTEK Montreal 2022 - by Bruno Destombes
MUTEK has celebrated the fusion of art and technology since its inception, creating an international stage for the most avant-garde expressions of digital creativity. For fans of immersive, sensory-rich, and monumental experiences, this year’s MUTEK Tokyo will be an experience like no other. Prepare to see the Japanese capital transform into a hypnotic, electrifying landscape, where boundaries in digital art are pushed once again.
For those ready to dive deep, Nocturne 1 brings an unforgettable night of contemplative, transcendent performances on Friday, November 22nd, at Spotify O-EAST. Join us to experience four of the most daring projects in today’s scene, each crafting a distinct sonic journey that promises to captivate all senses:
Caterina Barbieri & Ruben Spini
Known for her ecstatic, entrancing compositions, Caterina Barbieri transcends electronic music with performances that feel like "living organisms." Blending experimental, dance, and pop music through intricate modular synths, Barbieri explores the profound interplay between technology and human perception, crafting cosmic-intimate experiences. Joined by Ruben Spini’s visuals—transforming landscapes into "psychic geographies"—the duo leads audiences on a journey where music and image unite, bridging the physical and metaphysical to resonate with deep states of perception and awe. You can’t miss it!
Here’s a taste from a performance at Pioneer Works in New York:
Grand River & Marco Ciceri
Grand River meticulously fuses ambient elements, drones, and improvisation with rich emotional depth and rhythmic complexity. Her collaboration with Marco Ciceri elevates the experience, seamlessly integrating light, projections, and smoke to create an immersive audiovisual performance that transports both the mind and body. Join us for a profound, sensory journey!
Here’s a teaser from her All Above album performance at Rewire festival:
Milian Mori & Toru Izumida
The worlds of dance music and visual art come together in a unique fusion of sound and imagery by Milian Mori & Toru Izumida. Milian’s innovative rhythms, rooted in dance music, meet Toru’s cutting-edge visual formats, creating an immersive experience where sound and image harmonize. Their collaboration, inspired by classical Japanese literature and culture, reinterprets traditional beauty through modern sensibilities. Join them for a multi-sensory exploration of new forms of expression that merge the old and the new in unexpected ways.
Here’s a taste from a DOMMUNE performance:
Hiroki Okamoto aka scuy_v0id
scuy(v0id), the artistic alias of Hiroki Okamoto, blends his expertise in design, architecture, and multimedia to craft innovative audiovisual experiences. As scuy, Okamoto pioneered #beatgraffiti, transforming traditional graffiti art into a dynamic presence on digital and social media platforms. His live performances merge sound and visuals to create a transformative journey, evoking deep emotional and physical responses. This exploration of personal and universal themes promises to awaken your senses and redefine your understanding of electronic music.
Here’s a sample:
Ready to experience the full immersive journey?
Secure your Full Festival Passport and enjoy all three days of groundbreaking performances, installations, and workshops at MUTEK.JP. From November 22-24, join us in Shibuya for a revolutionary celebration of electronic music and digital art!
Nocturne 3: Alchemic Textures and Beats
Nocturne 2: Intensities Unleashed
ETERNAL Art Space Exhibition - Presented by MUTEK.JP
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