Ex-Easter Island Head

The Profile

Experimental ensemble focused on minimalism and ambient textures. Known (from reviews) for largely instrumental releases, inventive "mallet guitar" techniques and unusual, ritual-like live setups where performers and audience form circles.

Releases include Norther and multiple Mallet Guitars recordings. Reviews describe the group using mallet guitars, invented instruments, Aeolian harp setups and amplified smartphone-voice techniques; live performances feature circular arrangements and improvisation.

Reviews present Ex-Easter Island Head as an experimental, minimal/ambient ensemble. Their music is largely instrumental and built from unconventional techniques and invented instruments. Live shows are described as ritualistic circles and focused improvisation. The review praises Norther and the Mallet Guitars work for hypnotic, geometric-sounding textures.