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 sing.

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The band was named after the Melvins song "Boris" on the "Bullhead" album. They started as a 4-piece in 1992 but became a 3-piece after Nagata left the band in 1996. They are known to regularly switch musical genres between albums, drawing influence from a huge variety of styles including psychedelic rock, punk, sludge, doom metal, drone, pop ...

Apr 23, 2024 · In 2024, Boris will undergo a tour performing all the songs off their first album. We have already reached a quarter-century since the release of that 1st album, “Amplifier Worship”. Boris has been in constant pursuit of their own ideal “heavy” since their formation in 1992.

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Apr 1, 2025 · 東京を拠点に活動するハードコアバンドMEANINGの結成20周年記念イベントにBorisの出演が決定しました。BorisはHARLEMにてプレイします。 ベテランから若手まで多くのバンド/DJも出演、大いに盛り上がりましょう!! *Ticket* Adv: ¥5,000 / Door: ¥6,000

Jan 5, 2022 · A guide to getting into the legendary Japanese metal trio with five of the best Boris albums, plus next steps and deeper listening.

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Boris（ボリス）は日本のスリーピース ロック バンド。ジャンルに縛られない唯一無二の音楽性が特徴。ストーナーロック、サイケデリック、ノイズロック、アンビエント、ポップなど幅広い作品を創造。

Sep 22, 2023 · Despite being unspoken representatives for Japanese underground rock, Boris finds themselves bigger hits outside of their home country. Thirty years ago, Atsuo (drums), Takeshi (guitar, bass), and Wata (guitar, keyboard) were Tokyo University punk rockers.