William Basinski

Apr 23, 2025 at 20:00 · The Button Factory, Dublin The Button Factory, Dublin

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William Basinski, born in Houston, is an experimental composer renowned for his haunting tape loops, notably in The Disintegration Loops. With deep emotional resonance, his work includes Lamentations and collaborations like Sparkle Division with Preston Wendel and . . . on reflection with Janek Schaefer. His evocative soundscapes memorialize events like 9/11, with notable performances at venues like NYC's Met Museum. Influenced by John Cage and Steve Reich, Basinski's distinct style employs drones, tones, and textures that blend classical with avant-garde influences.