Reed, S. Alexander
Laurie Anderson's Big Science (Oxford Keynotes)
- ISBN 13:
- 9780190926021
- author:
- Reed, S. Alexander
- format:
- Paperback / softback
- publisher:
- Oxford University Press Inc
- language:
- English
- Publication Year:
- 2022
- Pages:
- 184
- Dimensions:
- 20.8 x 13.9 x 1.1 centimetres (0
- Genre:
- Music, Genres & Styles, Pop Vocal,
- Condition:
- New
- Availability:
- Item usually sent within 10 working days
Description
Laurie Anderson's Big Science is a thought-provoking exploration of crises in meaning, scale, and identity. First released in 1982, this album poses challenging questions about the impact of technology on human experience. Decades later, its themes remain relevant, inviting us to consider how our identities are shaped by digital distribution. This book provides a close examination of Anderson's artistic voice, tracing the sonic histories etched into the record's grooves. It delves into the album's sonic landscapes, from the Cold War to a burning future, and explores the intersection of music, politics, and gendered identity. With its interdisciplinary approach, this book offers a nuanced understanding of Laurie Anderson's pioneering work in performance art. Through meticulous research and careful description, this book sheds new light on Big Science, revealing its enduring relevance in today's world.
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