cali≠gari

Formed in 1993, cali≠gari (stylized as cali≠gari) is a Japanese visual kei band that pushes boundaries with their “erotic grotesque” aesthetic. They blend intense experimental rock, post-punk textures, noise and gothic influences, plus unpredictable elements like techno, new wave, and rockabilly. Their name is inspired by the German expressionist film The Cabinet of Dr. Caligari, reflecting their dark, avant-garde artistic vision. After a hiatus, the band reunited in 2009 and continues to perform and release new work.