The Boredoms are an avant-garde music collective from Japan, founded by vocalist/percussionist Eiichi “Yoshimi” Mikami in 1986. Over the decades, the band has evolved into a ever-expanding lineup that often includes a rotating cast of musicians and guests, creating a dynamic and inclusive musical community. The group is renowned for their unique blend of psychedelic rock, minimalism, noise, drone, and trance music, which they describe as "Super Natural Additive Rock 'n' Roll" or simply "SNARE." Their live performances are legendary for their extended durations, often lasting several hours, where they build layers upon layers of rhythm and melody, hypnotizing audiences into a collective trance. Throughout their career, The Boredoms have consistently pushed the boundaries of musical composition and performance. They have released numerous albums that span the spectrum from high-energy rock to ambient soundscapes, each exploring different facets of sound, texture, and intensity. Their seminal work "Super Roots" (1991) is often cited as a definitive piece in their discography, encapsulating the group's vision of transcendental music that unites participants through shared experience. The Boredoms have also collaborated with a diverse array of artists from different fields, including Aphex Twin, Sonic Youth's Thurston Moore, and Merzbow, among others, which has only served to deepen their musical exploration and widen their global influence. Their relentless experimentation and dedication to the transformative power of music have solidified The Boredoms as a pioneering force in the avant-garde music scene, earning them a loyal international following and critical acclaim.