Transfigured New York: Interviews with Experimental Artists and Musicians, 1980-1990 (Columbiana)

Name: Transfigured New York: Interviews with Experimental Artists and Musicians, 1980-1990 (Columbiana)
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Book Synopsis: Transfigured New York presents conversations with iconic, genre-bending artists who shaped the sounds of experimental movements like no wave, avant-jazz, and electronic music. As an undergrad in the 1980s, Brooke Wentz hosted the show Transfigured Night on Columbia University's WKCR-FM, discussing art and ideas with avant-garde music luminaries. She unearths these candid interviews—heard before only when first broadcast—from cassettes and reel-to-reel tapes, letting readers today feel the excitement and creative energy of the 1980s New York underground scene.

Musicians and artists, now icons of their craft, tell their stories and share their thoughts about the creative process, capturing the ambition and energy that animated their work. Legends in the making like Bill Frisell, Philip Glass, and Laurie Anderson convey what it was like to be a struggling artist in 1980s New York, when the city was alive with possibilities. Others who were well known at the time, including John Cage, La Monte Young, and Ravi Shankar, advocate for their distinctive ideas about art and open up about their creative lives.

Featuring an astonishing range of interviewees—Morton Subotnick, Joan Tower, Steve Reich, Glenn Branca, Joan La Barbara, Living Colour, Arthur Russell, John Lurie, Eric Bogosian, Bill T. Jones, and many more—Transfigured New York provides new insight into the city's cultural landscape in this era. It is a one-of-a-kind account of one of the most exhilarating and inventive periods for art and culture in New York City's history.

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Are you ready to dive into the vibrant and groundbreaking world of experimental art and music? Look no further than Transfigured New York: Interviews with Experimental Artists and Musicians, 1980-1990. This captivating book takes you back to the exciting era when New York City was alive with creative possibilities. From avant-jazz to electronic music, these interviews with iconic artists will transport you to the heart of the underground scene.

Experience the thrill of discovering candid conversations that were once only heard on Columbia University’s WKCR-FM. Brooke Wentz, the host of Transfigured Night, brings you never-before-published insights from artists who shaped experimental movements like no wave. Get ready to relive the energy and excitement that fueled their groundbreaking work.

Legendary musicians like Bill Frisell, Philip Glass, and Laurie Anderson share their stories and reflections on the creative process. They take you on a journey through their struggles and triumphs, revealing what it was like to be a struggling artist in 1980s New York. Prepare to be inspired and amazed as these icons of their craft bare their souls and offer a glimpse into their artistic lives.

But Transfigured New York doesn't stop there. Delve deeper into the cultural landscape with interviews featuring the likes of John Cage, La Monte Young, and Ravi Shankar. Discover their unique perspectives on art and gain a deeper understanding of their creative genius.

Featuring an impressive range of interviewees, from Morton Subotnick to Bill T. Jones, Transfigured New York is a must-read for anyone passionate about art, music, and the history of New York City. Don't miss out on this one-of-a-kind account that captures one of the most exhilarating and inventive periods in the city's cultural history.

Ready to embark on this extraordinary journey? Grab your copy of Transfigured New York: Interviews with Experimental Artists and Musicians, 1980-1990 now and immerse yourself in a world of creativity and inspiration.

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