OvO

OvO is an Italian experimental music project that emerged in the early 2000s. It is known for an extreme, immersive sound that blends elements of doom metal, noise rock, drone, and industrial music. The project has operated as a core duo with additional collaborators over time, and its approach centers on atmosphere, texture, and intensity. The music frequently features distorted guitars, heavy rhythm sections, sparse percussion, and the use of non-traditional sounds to create dense, abrasive soundscapes.

Musically, OvO emphasizes harsh dynamics and visceral impact over conventional song structures. Recordings and performances rely on a combination of loud, corrosive tones and quieter, tension-filled passages, often enhanced by improvisational elements in live settings. Lyrical content and imagery tend to explore dark or primal themes, though the exact subject matter varies with collaborators and projects.

OvO has released multiple studio albums and EPs on independent labels and has contributed to various compilations. The output is characterized by a willingness to push boundaries within the intersections of noise, metal, and avant-garde rock. Live performances are typically intense, frequently featuring extended improvisation and a focus on sonic texture as much as melody.

See also: List of Italian experimental music groups.