i'mperfect is the ground-breaking new album from Japanese sensation "Ling tosite sigure" (pronounced Rin Tosh-teh Shi-goo-reh). Hailing from Saitama, just north of Tokyo, the trio has managed to smash through the country's notorious indie rock scene to become one of the most talked about new bands of the decade. Their ferocious yet beautiful arrangements feature sharp and technical guitar work; thick, distorted basslines; and aggressively progressive beats set against haunting, intertwined male-female vocals. It all contributes to i'mperfect being one of the most refreshing, unique and powerful albums of the year. |