The first of many artist profiles in anticipation of the third Initial Shock noise festival on July 5-6, 2026 in Montreal
MASS MARRIAGE is the sound project of Mel Paget. Working within the Power Electronics/Noise genre, texture, samples, loops and synthesizers are explored and distorted into original compositions and often accompanied by vocals (live and recorded) and spoken word.
EUNUCH GOD is a viscous compound of grinding noise, sci-fi soundscapes, strident shrieks and pummeling percussion. The project takes inspiration from every facet of human neglect, indifference and oppression. It crawled out of the muck and mire of Ottawa from sheer absence of human contact during the 2020 lockdown, and has now found its home in Montreal. Over five years and numerous self-released titles since its inception, Initial Shock will be the site of creator Louis Cyr’s first ever live performance under the Eunuch God banner.
Advanced tickets now available!