RZR | RZRecords - An Extremely Independent Music Collective

  We are extremely happy to announce this super interesting release, one of the first gems to hit RZR in 2025. A split between Heavy Insect, an alternative noise rock, sludge, post-grunge, insanecore, weirdo indie one-man band from Chicago, doing some really inspiring work from his basement, and our very own Haggari Nakashe & gaop, with a painfully loud, raw, slow, and dirty take on noise rock. This split will be released on streaming platforms around April, but as of last night, you can stream and purchase it via Heavy Insect's Bandcamp  (see the embed below for easy access). We encourage you to do so. Make sure to check out his latest album "Out of Light", which was released last month. Officially known as RZR release RZR25SS01,  we really hope that the Anomalous Trackologies Split will help to put us back on track with our split series. This pet project is something we try to promote hard every year but often underperform, given how sometimes life is just a se...

We have some very exciting news to share! Today, this killer release is dropping via our good friend, Fruit Exports . This gloomy and doomy 25-minute-long session is a an amalgamation of various musical styles, blending elements of free jazz, noise, drone, and doom, along with a bunch of other genres that cleverly overlap within this eclectic Venn diagram.  It was a fun live session that some of the RZRecords team had the pleasure of participating in, each contributing their unique vibe, flair, and creative energy to the groovy noise-soundscape we crafted together. The lineup was: Sabixatzil - Guitar Haggari Nakashe - Synths gaop - Clarinet NishMa - Drums, percussion Following the live session, the original source files underwent a light process of re-editing, during which we infused the recording with some studio magic, and sprinkled some more dirt on it, enhancing the auditory experience and further elevating the raw sounds we had initially produced.  This refinement tr...

This is a single-track, 40-minute-long album, released in a very fun collaboration via two other labels: Splitting Sounds Records, from Serbia and Noyade Records, from Russia. This is really pure joy. It's the excitement of an international collaboration with such amazing labels that release hidden gems, doing us the favor of bringing us in and allowing us the pleasure of joining their circle. It's the joy of experimental music. Supporting a release that flows like a painting, it has a beautiful droning backdrop, layers of pads, noise, and acoustic instruments. What else could one ask for? Not much really.  Haggari Nakashe is on most electronics & gaop is on noise woodwinds. Released on Splitting Sounds Records as SSR​​​-​​​RR​​​-​​​0248 Released on RZRecords as RZR24SoSc Be sure to visit, support, and follow these fellow creatives: Splitting Sounds Records: https://www.instagram.com/splittingsoundsrecords/ https://splittingsoundsrecords.bandcamp.com/music https://splitting...

Immerse yourself in the enigmatic world of gaop's newest avant-jazz album " Cardboard Boulevard ", an experimental sonic odyssey that challenges the boundaries of conventional contemporary jazz music. This extraordinary release invites you on a journey through mesmerizing soundscapes characterized by rich, dark tones and haunting ambient atmospheres. Here, improvisation intertwines with the unexpected, offering an exhilarating auditory experience that captivates the senses. Drawing inspiration from the deep-rooted traditions of avant-garde jazz, this album intricately blends a variety of elements: ethereal vocal harmonies that echo with emotion, the soulful resonance of wind instruments, the dynamic textures of electric pianos, and rhythmic pulses from hand percussion. The dissonance that gaop creates is joined by gifted collaborators who lend their unique talents to further enhance this eclectic tapestry of sound. This captivating exploration of musical possibilities is ...

  Honey & Cream offers an intriguing take on the original track, " Honey Hunting " by Les Carnages Possibles and NishMa, now reimagined by gaop. Like the original, this release features the same mesmerizing drones and captivating female vocals enveloped in dark ambient sounds, but it adds to it. This edited and overdubbed version takes the emotionally charged original, adding delicate layers of synth drones, subtle hiss noises, and woodwinds, resulting in a beautiful and poignant tribute with a unique character of its own.

"3" is a split release by cÆNINEZ , Haggari Nakashe & gaop , and  SMEGMASMOG , showcasing just how interesting, layered, dynamic, and complex noise music can be. This release is a standing proof of the greatness of a genre, which is often blamed for being diluted by an infinite number of artists on their home computers.  With only three tracks, and clocking just under half an hour, this release brings forth a potpourri of haunting sounds, the darkest of ambients, drones, shrieks, and beeps.  With the sheer amount of music released every second, this testament to the remarkable side of noise might get lost to time, only to be occasionally remembered by the participants themselves. But such is always the nature and risk of music. This is especially true for noise music genres. The constant fate of extreme, independent, and experimental releases that have little to no mass appeal to begin with. At the end of the day, it is up to each and every one of us to make sur...

  Released March 18th, 2024, this is a series of audio experiments. Nine tracks, clocking just under 19 minutes, featuring layers of synth "music", in the form of various textures. This EP presents a compelling and innovative approach to audio experimentation. It stands as a significant addition to the collaborative projects of gaop and Haggari Nakashe, showcasing their dedication to pushing creative boundaries and exploring new sonic territories. At the current stage of audio evolution, achieving true revolutionary innovation in the realms of sound may be quite an arduous task. Nonetheless, this dynamic duo persists in delving into refreshing concepts using their distinctive approach, and it is their unwavering dedication that renders their exploration truly captivating.  Seems that it's this infant-like amazement that allows one to approach everything with a brand new perspective, even if the subject at hand has indeed been explored by numerous artists and scholars. Thi...

  A while back we told you about an upcoming special release that wasn't only a collaboration between artists, but also a joint effort between RZRecords and Ranger Magazine . Ranger Magazine was the first platform on which we released IN DRONE WE TRUST , the dreamy, spooky, wonderfully haunting album by NishMa , Haggari Nakashe , and gaop . This release is interesting as it's almost a meditative trance of sorts, while also being heavy-hitting (bordering on doom metal aesthetics) at times, and ambient-like, droning, and experimental enough to contain elements of noise and free jazz. We're now glad to announce that this album is available on all streaming platforms, and if not all then surely most of the big ones.  Please, go on and enjoy this thing of beauty. IN DRONE WE TRUST by NishMa, Haggari Nakashe & gaop One last note: while this year our main focus is releasing and distributing digital albums, we are considering releasing this gem in physical format. This ...

  Close your eyes and let your imagination take you on a journey to a magical place where the ethereal sounds of electronic ambient music blend seamlessly with the rich notes of a clarinet. This four-track EP is a delightful exploration of that space, taking you on an enchanting expedition that yields a plethora of wonderful results. Each track is a unique masterpiece, crafted with precision and care to showcase the beauty and harmony that can be achieved when two seemingly disparate genres of music come together. So sit back, relax, and let the music transport you to a world where anything is possible.  In " Introspection ", Intro Vertic and gaop have collaborated to create a wonderful EP that is a true representation of a unique blend of ambient, IDM, jazz, and an innovative approach to free music. The result is a captivating soundscape that takes the listener on a (too short of a) journey through a variety of emotions. It's an impressive work that showcases the skill a...

  An hour-long sonic journey awaits you, featuring three distinct tracks, co-created by three talented artists. Get ready to immerse yourself in the haunting sounds of drone, dark jazz, ambient, and doom music, all brought to life through a unique blend of woodwinds, drums, electric pianos, synths, bass, and even some bells. Brace yourself for an otherworldly experience "like no other", brought to you by the collaborative efforts of NishMa, Haggari Nakashe, and gaop. You Will Know Them by Their Fruits  is an interesting experience, and we're glad that RZRecords is part of it. NishMa, Haggari Nakashe, and gaop have masterfully crafted a musical tapestry that slightly pushes boundaries and defies boring traditional genre constraints. The two longer tracks within this sonic journey (25 and 33 minutes long) unfold like a chapter in a mysterious narrative, drawing you in with hypnotic rhythms, evocative melodies, and subtle nuances. The third, much shorter track, serves as an ...

We've been quite busy with releasing music, and that took a toll on posting about said music. Be warned, there are going to be numerous posts about numerous releases. You might even like some! Heavenly Jazz Noise Father  by gaop is a three track electro-acoustic-jazz-noise EP. Clocking in just under 20 minutes but delivering all of the goods. Here's the blurb that was originally posted by gaop: An exploration of the Jazz-Noise spectrums. Walking the sacred grounds between the two genres, with a heavy bag of influences. The goal in mind for this EP was to somewhat fuse two genres, using their commonalities. These tracks utilize the electronic, acoustic, instrumental, harsh, experimental, improvisational, intense, cerebral and carnal, to produce an interesting palette. Earlier variations of the tracks in this EP appeared in compilations this year, but were revisited, re-edited, and partially re-recorded for the occasion. And that's about it. No further description required, r...

We're very excited to share that the soon to be published issue #4 of the wonderful  Ranger Magazine  will include a premiere release of In Drone We Trust , the long awaited collaboration between NishMa, Haggari Nakashe & gaop. This nine track album has been in the works for the entirety of 2023, with a few singles (with earlier versions of the tracks) appearing throughout the year on compilations. The album is (obviously) drone heavy, incorporating elements of dark ambient, noise, experimental or avant-garde metal, and just a dash of woodwind instruments and world music motifs. Ranger magazine is a web publication (with printed copies) dedicated to experimental art, poetry, music and film. We encourage you to explore past issues and stay tuned for issue #4. In Drone We Trust, by NishMa, Haggari Nakashe & gaop

Bad Dreams - Haggari Nakashe & gaop  is a four track EP, originally released in early 2007. As a part of our attempt to map out the history of our releases, we're finally posting about it, something we unfortunately never did. When it came out, it was uploaded to a handful of streaming channels existing at the time, but mostly sent out to people in a Zip file format and on personally burned CDs. It wasn't one of the releases we did PR for, it was just sent out to friends, posted about on a few forums, later we uploaded it to YouTube. But that was all.  No idea why, but then again, 2007 was a really busy year for us, and sometimes we just recorded stuff because it was just happening,  released it because it was there and we felt like we have to share whatever we were creating and move on to the next outburst.  This was one of the earliest Haggari Nakashe & gaop collabs, a bunch of them were also released that very year, all of them quite different, most of the...

We have wonderful news, there's a brand new release from gaop! It's dark, it's jazzy, it's piano-lead dark ambient with sad undertones. A 47 minute long odyssey with a winter feel to it.  The aforementioned piano is accompanied by metallic percussion, woodwind shrieks and a generally brooding atmosphere created by layered effects. The sound is one of minimalism, but not in an uneventful way. The release is free to stream on most platforms, but also available for digital purchase on gaop's bandcamp . This release is another one in gaop's experimental celebrations of post-jazz and post-classical sounds, via a mesmerizing dark ambient, a contrast to his harsh noise releases but not venturing far from "noise" in general, it might be more user friendly, but the color palette is the same. The feedback, the humming drones hiding in the background, those are dead giveaways. The album is a hauntingly beautiful collection of sounds that delve into the depths of ...

 There's a wonderful new compilation out on Pukehammer Records, and our beloved gaop is participating with  When the Lights Explode . But by all means, please listen to the entirety of the compilation as there was lots of effort put into gathering such a superb release, and it shows. We hope you enjoy it as much as we did! Ecstatic Feedback - A Pukehammer Records Compilation by Various Artists

It brings us much joy to introduce the following release. Rzrecords SIX WAY SPLIT, Vol.1  the first in the series of what hopefully will become many. This is our way to bring artists together, spread the word, collaborate, and have fun. This is a purely online release, successfully spread like a virus across several streaming platforms.  A streaming format seemed right to us for the initial releases, with the thought of physical releases becoming a reality perhaps at a later point in time. We've already started conceptualizing the next releases in the series, so feel free to send in your materials! The participants in Volume.1 are: (in order of appearance) MettaUniverse The Crimson Rod MEZZUU gaop Sabixatzil Torture Prophet As always, we love to keep things interesting, so there's a mash-up of genres going on. While the color palette stays dark, the compilation travels between the industrial side of metal, free noise rock, noisy dark ambient sound art, dark avant...

The fine people over at  Delirium Psychosis Productions  have released yet another wonderful compilation, and yet again, we were lucky enough to take part. Here's a message from the DPP team: 54 years after the Stonewall Uprising inaugurated the gay rights movement, we find ourselves once again in the fight for our lives. Trans genocide must be resisted by any means necessary. We are undergoing a deep historic process in the fight for our liberation, one that has been met with the utmost cruelty at the hands of bourgeois counterrevolution. Stand up, fight back, smash gay oppression. All proceeds donated to The Trevor Project.   Harsh Noise Wall Means Fight Back: Smash Gay Oppression by Delirium Psychosis Productions This time, the contributions on our end were: Haggari Nakashe - Echoed Sentiments gaop - Thelxiepia   Special shoutout to MEZZUU , yet another participant, who's also starring on our upcoming split series.

Now here's a fun little treat! A new collab album by Haggari Nakashe & gaop . It's been on repeat at RZRHQ since we got the master files, happy days indeed. This one is a bit of everything thrown into the lab, a tad of jazz, ambient, drone, beats, noise, a very good listen. A word from the artists: Synth & Sax for the Elderly, a collaboration between gaop and Haggari Nakashe, paying homage to our ancestors via noisy drones, sax abuse and a few beats. Inspired by life itself.   Synth & Sax for the Elderly by Haggari Nakashe & gaop

The kind folks over at  Delirium Psychosis Productions  released a 50 track compilation titled " Psychic War Against Cop City: An Extreme Music Compilation " with the profits going to the  Atlanta Solidarity Fund . It's a good compilation with lots of interesting tracks and genres, and a very good cause. Some of our artists participated, so if you're into the stuff we're doing, here's a great opportunity to contribute or just take a moment to learn about this important cause. Psychic War Against Cop City: An Extreme Music Compilation by Delirium Psychosis Productions Here are the direct links to the tracks: Haggari Nakashe - Modern Life   gaop & NishMa - It Must Flow Paxit - The Hidden Tongue Haggari Nakashe's track is a synth drone gone noise. gaop & Nishma's track is multilayered noise, with drums and heavily distorted woodwinds. Paxit delivered straight up experimental doom metal.

The following release sparks much joy in our hears. It's a collaboration between Haggari Nakashe and gaop  that's both beautiful and intelligent. The rich, dark, ambient sounds of this track, are haunting and lovely, blending piano with synths in a droning and slows manner, suitable for both active and passive listening. Here are a few words from the artists: 'Topic to Topic #2' is a musical experiment that seeks to examine what would happen to a piano composition ripped out from the modern or post modern genres, into the realms of downtempo, electronic drone music, effect-heavy and synth-laden. The result is this atmospheric, 34 minute track. Beeping, humming, dragging like doom metal, yet retaining its grace. Topic to Topic #2 by gaop & Haggari Nakashe