Operating under the moniker NON since the mid-1970s, Boyd Rice is an American pioneer of experimental and industrial sound design. Rice's practice spans harsh noise, power electronics, and avant-garde composition, establishing him as a foundational figure in the industrial music movement during its formative decades.
Rice's prolific output has influenced generations of noise and experimental musicians. His work is characterized by dense, layered soundscapes and uncompromising sonic exploration, contributing significantly to the development of power electronics as a distinct subgenre within industrial music. His releases remain essential reference points for artists working in experimental and noise-based electronic music.
