Reiko Kudo


Reiko Kudo is a Japanese musician. In the late seventies and early eighties, she fronted the band Noise under her maiden name, Reiko Omura. Noise released one album called Tenno and played in Tokyo underground venues like Minor. Reiko has collaborated with Maher Shalal Hash Baz, and released several solo albums. She is the partner of Tori Kudo, member of the Japanese band Maher Shalal Hash Baz

History

In 1979 she formed a band and during this time, went on to explore various lineups and musical styles before solidifying themselves as a duo. Reiko took on multiple roles within the duo, writing songs, playing guitar and trumpet, and performing vocals. Tori Kudo joined her, contributing with drums and organ accompaniment.

Discography

Noise
  • V.A., Heaven Tapes
  • Noise, Tenno Inryofuen / Gyoshinkyoku + noise live '82.7.11
SoloFire Inside My Hat
  • 夜の稲 /rice field silently riping in the night
  • /person
  • /grass
  • ちりをなめる ''/licking up dust''