Boris ボリス | |
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![]() Boris performing in Australia, 2012 (L-R: Wata, Atsuo, Takeshi) | |
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Origin | Tokyo, Japan |
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Years active | 1992–present |
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Website | borisheavyrocks |
Boris (ボリス, Borisu) is a Japanese band that draws variously from styles such as sludge metal, drone, noise, psychedelia, and minimalism.[1] Formed in 1992 in Tokyo, the band is composed of drummer Atsuo, guitarist/bassist Takeshi, and guitarist/keyboardist Wata. All three members contribute vocals. Boris has released more than 20 studio albums on various labels around the world, as well as a variety of live albums, compilations, EPs, singles, and collaborative albums. They have collaborated with acts such as Sunn O))), Merzbow, Keiji Haino, and guitarist Michio Kurihara.