Marble, Matt
Buddhist Bubblegum: Esotericism in the Creative Process of Arthur Russel
- ISBN 13:
- 9781887276306
- author:
- Marble, Matt
- format:
- Paperback
- publisher:
- Cool Grove Press
- language:
- English
- Publication Year:
- 2021
- Pages:
- 274
- Dimensions:
- 22.9 x 15.2 x 1.5 centimetres (0
- Genre:
- General (US: Trade), Biography, Artists, Architects & Photographers,
- Condition:
- New
- Availability:
- Item usually sent within 5 working days
Description
Arthur Russell: A Life of Buddhist Bubblegum Esotericism Arthur Russell was a visionary cellist, singer, composer, and producer who defied genre boundaries in 1970s and 80s Lower Manhattan's "Downtown" arts scene. His music blended Indian raga, Americana folk, avant-garde composition, and disco, reflecting a Buddhist-inspired experimentalism. Through his work, Russell aimed to transmit the dharma through popular music, creating a unique fusion of the sacred and the mundane. Despite his premature death at 40, Russell's music has experienced a resurgence in popularity, with celebrated artists and emerging generations breathing new life into his work. However, the mystery surrounding his life and practice has only deepened, making his biography a compelling exploration of his lifelong Vajrayana Buddhist practice. Buddhist Bubblegum Esotericism in the Creative Process of Arthur Russell offers an unprecedented look into Russell's life and art, shedding light on the intersection of spirituality and creativity.
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