Sonic Youth is an American experimental rock band formed in 1981 in New York. Pioneers of the noise rock and alternative scene, they stand out for their avant-garde approach to sound, using unconventionally tuned guitars and innovative playing techniques, such as the use of various objects to alter the sonic textures. Their music oscillates between hypnotic melodies and chaotic sonic explosions, creating an atmosphere that is both dreamlike and abrasive. Led by the iconic figures of Thurston Moore, Kim Gordon, and Lee Ranaldo, the band has developed a universe marked by experimentation and an urban, underground aesthetic. Their influence extends far beyond independent rock, inspiring generations of artists with their free spirit and rejection of traditional musical conventions.
