Moment of Terror

Moment of Terror is an avant-garde noise project that emerged from the industrial undercurrents of Berlin in the early 2010s, channeling a raw fusion of sonic experimentation and intense emotional catharsis. The group, led by enigmatic producer and sound designer Elias Weller, grew from late-night sessions with modular synths, found sounds, and field recordings sourced from abandoned urban spaces, forging an unmistakably heavy and atmospheric signature. Drawing influence from No Wave, dark ambient, and post-punk, their early cassette releases quickly gained notoriety across the underground electronic scene for their immersive soundscapes and confrontational performances.

Moment of Terror’s live shows are renowned for pushing the boundaries between performance art and musical annihilation, with unpredictable visuals and ritualistic audience involvement. Over the years, they have collaborated with a diverse roster of experimental artists, expanding their palette while retaining a central thematic focus on urban isolation, existential dread, and the disintegration of order. Despite their elusive public persona, Moment of Terror’s commitment to unfiltered sonic expression has left a profound impact on contemporary experimental music, earning them a dedicated international following and critical acclaim from tastemakers at the intersection of art and noise.