RAVAGE, a trio comprising Anthony Laguerre on drums and Bastien Pelenc and Mathieu Werchowski on violins, blends trance noise experimentation with electroacoustic elements in their unique musical journey. Known for their intense, freewheeling compositions, the band navigates genres from contemporary art to imaginary tourism, creating expansive sonic landscapes.
Their setup includes extended drum gear, effects, and electrified violins, aiming to evoke a visceral experience akin to the radicalism of John Cale or Warren Ellis. Their music, often compared to the trance-inducing styles of Tony Conrad, features raw, improvisational energy captured in their recent music video for “Demon Lover,” filmed during a residency at La Fonderie du Mans.
Scheduled to perform at prominent festivals across France in summer 2024, including Jazz à Luz and Baignade Sauvage, RAVAGE showcases their ability to blend minimalist music with dramatic contrasts. Their performances promise a sonic journey that embraces improvisation and bold experimentalism, inviting listeners into a realm where intensity and subtlety converge.
In a recent interview, RAVAGE discussed their background in performing arts, their approach to composition, and influences ranging from rock legends like Swans to avant-garde composers like Scelsi and Feldman. As they prepare for upcoming studio recordings in Liège, the band continues to push boundaries, crafting a repertoire that defies categorization and resonates with raw emotional power.
