'Rhizome' is the second recorded collaboration by two of the best-known figures in contemporary experimental electronic music. Both active since the 1970s, Merzbow and Richard Pinhas are two of the most uncompromising artists on the international Rock scene, having remained true to their personal artistic visions and constantly innovative throughout their careers. Merzbow is widely recognized as '...the most important artist in noise music' [All Music Guide]. Richard Pinhas is one of France?s major experimental musicians; he is a key figure in the international development of electronic Rock music. They met for the 1st time in a Tokyo studio in 2007 when they worked together to create 'Keio Line' (released in 2008 on Cuneiform). They both enjoyed the experience enough that they have continued to regularly collaborate, despite the 6,000 miles that separates them, appearing together most recently on Pinhas?s 2010 release 'Metal/Crystal', along with other collaborators. Richard and Merzbow will be appearing together at the 27th Festival International de Musique Actuelle de Victoriaville in Canada, right at the time this album is being released, as well as performing additional dates in the USA. The initial pressing of 'Rhizome' is a very special package. In addition to the new album, the first pressing also includes a bonus DVD of the duo?s performance at the 10th annual Sonic Circuits Festival in 2010, and additionally includes a free download coupon for a live concert from Paris, France from 2008! These additional items will not be available after the initial pressings are gone!