William Basinski

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.

Formed in 2009 by Kristina Esfandiari, KING WOMAN blends drone, metallic shoegaze, and doom. Signed by Relapse Records in 2016, they released their album "Created in the Image of Suffering" with engineer Jack Shirley.