PHEW & Valentina Magaletti
Curated by Valentina Magaletti
As part of her guest curation at Le Guess Who? 2025, trailblazing percussionist Valentina Magaletti takes the stage for a special improvised set. Her versatile technique, which can incorporate anything from vibes and marimba to contact microphones and found objects, results in a style that is forever evolving. As a drummer, she moves effortlessly between seemingly disparate genres and collaborations. This time, she’s making her own dream come true, as she’s joined by a legendary figure in Japanese underground music: PHEW. Starting out in 1978 fronting one of Osaka’s earliest punk groups (Aunt Sally), she later embarked on a solo career, while crossing paths with European experimental scenes during the 80s. . Over the years, she has pushed the boundaries of avant-garde art with her combination of vocal and electronic effects, layering both melody and abstraction through rigorous overdubbing.
