The best Noise Music albums
of the 2010s.
Where to start with 2010–2019 noise music — with a one-line read on why each one matters.
Top of the 2010s — noise music
Top picks from 2010–2019, ranked by where we would start.
Merzbow
Full of Hell & Merzbow
A relentless barrage of harsh noise and drone, merging chaotic textures with unsettling soundscapes that challenge conventional listening.
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Thurston Moore
The Best Day
A meditative exploration of layered guitars and introspective lyrics that weave through moments of serenity and existential reflection.
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Thurston Moore
Demolished Thoughts
A delicate interplay of acoustic textures and introspective lyrics creates an atmospheric exploration of personal and existential themes.
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Full of Hell
Trumpeting Ecstasy
A relentless barrage of harsh noise and grindcore that distorts reality into a cacophony of despair and aggression.
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Full of Hell
Weeping Choir
Weeping Choir encapsulates the essence of Full of Hell's style, offering a cohesive experience without overwhelming newcomers. Its balance between accessibility and intensity makes it the ideal starting point for exploration.
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Wolf Eyes
No Answer: Lower Floors
An abrasive exploration of sonic textures, blurring the line between noise and melody in an unsettling yet captivating manner.
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Gnaw Their Tongues
Dimlit Hate Cellar
A harrowing descent into chaotic soundscapes that blend dissonance and raw emotion with industrial textures.
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Gnaw Their Tongues
Wir essen Seelen in der Nacht
A harrowing blend of industrial noise and dark ambient textures that evokes a sense of foreboding and emotional turmoil.
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Dominick Fernow
Frozen Niagara Falls
A sprawling soundscape of harsh textures and melancholic melodies that pushes the boundaries of noise and ambient music.
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Dominick Fernow
Rainbow Mirror
A sprawling exploration of harsh textures and immersive soundscapes that challenges the boundaries of noise and ambient music.
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The Gerogerigegege
Moenai Hai
A relentless barrage of harsh noise collides with chaotic punk elements, creating an abrasive yet compelling auditory experience.
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King of Cowards
A relentless fusion of heavy riffs and psychedelic chaos, pushing the boundaries of doom and noise with fervent intensity.
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aTelecine
The Falcon and the Pod
An immersive exploration of sound that melds industrial textures with haunting, ethereal vocals and abstract lyrical themes.
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Merzbow
Spiral Right / Spiral Left
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