The best Noise Music albums
of the 2000s.
Where to start with 2000–2009 noise music — with a one-line read on why each one matters.
Top of the 2000s — noise music
Top picks from 2000–2009, ranked by where we would start.
Merzbow
Keio Line
A relentless auditory assault where harsh noise collides with urban soundscapes, embodying the chaotic essence of Tokyo.
Start here
Thurston Moore
Trees Outside the Academy
A sprawling exploration of avant-garde textures intertwined with introspective lyricism and experimental melodies.
Start here
The Velvet Underground
Gold
A haunting blend of avant-garde textures and raw emotion wrapped in the fabric of rock's early experimentalism.
Start here
Otomo Yoshihide
Soup
A dense tapestry of free jazz and noise, where organic rhythms clash with chaotic soundscapes, creating a visceral auditory experience.
Start here
Otomo Yoshihide
Episome
A sprawling exploration of sound where chaos meets structured improvisation, merging free jazz with avant-garde noise textures.
Start here
Wolf Eyes
Human Animal
'Human Animal' presents a well-rounded view of Wolf Eyes’ artistry, showcasing their ability to create tension and atmosphere effectively. The blend of harsh sounds and thoughtful composition makes it an approachable entry point for newcomers.
Start here
Wolf Eyes
Burned Mind
A chaotic exploration of dissonance and texture, where harsh noise collides with unsettling silence.
Start here
Gnaw Their Tongues
The Genocidal Deliverance
This album serves as a quintessential entry point into Gnaw Their Tongues' world, showcasing the project’s unique approach to sound design and atmosphere. It highlights the artist's craftsmanship in layering intense sonics that evoke deep emotional responses.
Start here
Gnaw Their Tongues
Horse Drawn Hearse
Dissonant textures intertwine with haunting soundscapes, creating a bleak and immersive auditory experience that defies conventional music boundaries.
Start here
Dominick Fernow
Troubled Sleep
A stark exploration of dissonance and texture, merging abrasive noise with fleeting melodic fragments.
Start here
Masami Akita
Satanstornade
A relentless cacophony of harsh textures and chaotic rhythms that embodies the essence of noise music in its rawest form.
Start here
Glenn Branca
Indeterminate Activity of Resultant Masses
A sprawling exploration of noise and harmony that subverts traditional structures through bold, dissonant orchestration.
Start here
Whitehouse
Racket
A relentless barrage of harsh noise and chaotic soundscapes that challenge the boundaries of conventional music.
Start here
Whitehouse
Asceticists 2006
A jarring blend of abrasive noise and unsettling themes, pushing the boundaries of power electronics and sonic experimentation.
Start here
Fuck Buttons
Tarot Sport
Euphoric soundscapes and pulsating rhythms create an immersive auditory experience that blurs the lines between electronic and experimental music.
Start here
Fuck Buttons
Street Horrrsing
A sonic exploration of chaotic textures, hypnotic beats, and expansive soundscapes that blend noise with ethereal melodies.
Start here
Merzbow
Rondo / 7phases / Blowback
Start here