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Buzz Osborne & JD Pinkus unveil new supergroup Gatta Morta

Featured image Buzz Osborne  JD Pinkus unveil new supergroup Gatta Morta

Featured image Buzz Osborne  JD Pinkus unveil new supergroup Gatta Morta

When truly bizarre musical minds collide, something spectacular—and probably deeply unsettling—happens. Just when you think you’ve heard all the weirdness rock has to offer, a new, delightfully chaotic entity has emerged from the depths of experimental music: Gatta Morta.

This isn’t just a casual jam session; this is a collision of sonic insanity. Gatta Morta is a supergroup forged by members drawn from some of the most legendary and boundary-pushing acts in alternative rock, including the Melvins, the Butthole Surfers, Big Business, and Mr. Phylzzz.

The resulting sound promises to be an exploration into pure sonic anarchy, blending decades of off-kilter noise and psychedelic experimentation into a singular, unforgettable experience. The chemistry between these highly idiosyncratic musicians is clearly enough to ignite a new movement.

At the heart of this new collective are some truly heavyweight talents. Buzz Osborne, the inimitable guitarist from the Melvins, brings his signature, sprawling sonic landscape to the group. Joining him is Clinton Jacob from Mr. Phylzzz, who anchors the guitar work with a distinctly volatile edge.

Providing the rhythmic foundation is JD Pinkus of the Butthole Surfers, whose bass lines are guaranteed to slide you somewhere wonderfully strange and unpredictable. Completing the core lineup is Coady Willis of Big Business, adding another layer of glorious noise and improvisation to the mix.

Gatta Morta isn’t just a band; it’s a confluence of counter-culture history, promising a project that will undoubtedly challenge expectations and delight those willing to dive into the delightfully unhinged. Prepare for a sonic journey where the line between madness and masterpiece is gloriously blurred.