Label: Slowdown Records
Series: Merzbow Archive Series / Golden Period (1993-1995)
Format: CD
Genre: Experimental
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Chameleon Body suggests shape-shifting, adaptation, camouflage - apt metaphors for Merzbow's endlessly mutating sonic identity. The chameleon changes appearance while remaining essentially itself; similarly, Akita's work transforms constantly while maintaining recognizable characteristics. The "body" element grounds these transformations in physicality.
This golden-period document captures the project at peak flexibility, demonstrating Akita's ability to shift between approaches without losing coherence. Like the chameleon adapting to its environment, Merzbow responds to context while maintaining core identity.