1) Alien8 Recordings artist 
The name `Merzbow` comes from German artist Kurt Schwitters` artwork, `Merzbau`. This was chosen to reflect Akita`s dada influence and junk art aesthetic. In addition to this, Akita has cited a wide range of influences from progressive rock, free jazz, modern classical and musique concrète to BDSM and Japanese bondage. More recently, he has...