Rafael Anton Irisarri

Rafael Anton Irisarri’s compositions present modern ambient overtones and oceanic symphonies, intricately layered with distortion and bleached-out textures. Blending influences from metal, shoegaze, and minimalist electronic music, his albums explore a rich spectrum of sonic textures: tape loops, bowed electric guitar, cello, synths, and expansive washes of noise, melody, and harmony. Often exploring themes of introspection, nostalgia, and the emotional interplay between place, sound, and silence.

As an international touring artist, Irisarri is esteemed for his captivating performances, frequently presenting his work in unconventional spaces such as churches, synagogues, and museums around the world. These non-traditional spaces amplify the atmospheric qualities of his music, transforming each performance into an otherworldly experience where sound and architecture converge to reframe the audience’s relationship with the environment. Through immersive performances featuring a dynamic interplay of sound and space, Irisarri decontextualizes the audience’s relationship to the venue, providing the perfect setting for his music to resonate with the audience. Highlights include concerts at Sónar (ES), MUTEK (CA/MX/ES), Unsound (PL), Dark Mofo (AU), Donaufestival (AT), Todaysart (NL), and Mito Settembremusica (IT).

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