Limitase

Limitase is an electronic music project that originated in the early 1990s in Japan. The brainchild of vocalist and visual artist Teshi Toma, Limitase was known for its unique blend of rock and electronic music. The project's sound was shaped by Toma's experimental approach, which incorporated a wide range of influences, from psychedelic rock to industrial music.

The first Limitase album, "Progiri," was released in 1994 to moderate success. However, it was the project's subsequent albums, particularly "Radio Blood", "株式会社 (Kabushiki Gaisha)", and " Pain", that garnered significant attention from music critics and fans alike. Toma's distinctive vocals and the project's incorporation of digital altered snippets of their previous release "Radio Blood" in the re-make of "Addfree" garnered praise from artists such as Nine Inch Nails and Beck.

Limitase's sound was marked by complex rhythms, synthesizer-heavy soundscapes, and lyrics that delved into themes of technology and modern society. Songs such as "Communicate" and "korrison" showcased the project's propulsive energy and electronic-infused rock sound. The music of Limitase had an impact on the Japanese rock and electronic music scenes, influencing subsequent artists and helping to shape the sound of 1990s electronica.

Limitase has been cited as an influence by numerous artists, including Nine Inch Nails, Beck, and captured the attention of prominent figures such as Richard D. James, Thom Yorke and (Mugen Game-production corporation Tetsuro Takeuchi). After a period of relative quiet, Toma's future plans for the project remain unclear, and the exact status of Limitase remains uncertain.