Maldoror, was a bit of a surprise. Mike Patton has done solo material in the past. If you are familiar with it you know that it is among the ultimate in bizarre. But this release takes the cake. Teaming up with Masami Akita of Merzbow can only mean that you are about to challenge the threshold of what can legally be referred to as music. For those of you that are unfamiliar with Merzbow, the easiest way to explain Masami's work is to tune your A.M. Radio to nothing but static, turn it up all the way and then put it in your micro-wave. What an amazing sound you have discovered! Yes, this is what Merzbow does, he makes NOISE! Together these gentleman have created a sound effect masterpiece. Obnoxious, cartoonish, loud and totally devoid of harmony. Do not expect something along the lines of Faith No More. And be forewarned this record is not for anyone with a heart condition. So if you are a fan of the truly strange and eccentric, you should not miss this record.