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Blonde Redhead
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Blonde Redhead performing at the Coachella Valley Music and Arts Festival in Indio, California, United States L-R: Kazu Makino, Simone N. Pace, Amedeo F. Pace
Background information
Origin New York City, New York, United States
Genres Alternative rock, indie rock, dream pop, trip hop, experimental rock, noise rock, no wave (early)
Years active 1993–present
Labels Oxo, Smells Like, Rough Trade, Touch & Go, 4AD, Beggars Banquet, Kobalt, Ponderosa, Asa Wa Kuru
Members Kazu Makino
Amedeo Pace
Simone Pace
Past members Maki Takahashi
Toko Yasuda

Blonde Redhead is an American band that plays a type of music called alternative rock. The band started in New York City in 1993. Its members are Kazu Makino, who sings and plays keyboards or rhythm guitar. There are also twin brothers, Simone Pace and Amedeo Pace. Simone plays drums and keyboards, while Amedeo plays lead guitar, bass, keyboards, and sings too.

About the Band's Music

When Blonde Redhead first started, their music was known for being quite loud and experimental. This style is sometimes called noise rock. It means the music might have unusual sounds or a lot of guitar effects.

How Their Sound Changed

As the years went on, the band's music began to change. By the early 2000s, their sound became more dreamy and melodic. This new style included elements of dream pop and shoegaze. Dream pop music often sounds soft and airy, like a dream. Shoegaze music uses many guitar effects, making a big, swirling sound.

Popular Albums

Two of their albums that show this change are Misery is a Butterfly, released in 2004, and 23, released in 2007. These albums helped them become known for their unique and evolving sound.

Touring the World

Blonde Redhead has released nine studio albums. They have also traveled around the world, performing their music for fans in many different countries.

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