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 evolved from a solo project to a full band, blending drone, shoegaze, and doom into a mystical sound. Known for the EP 'Doubt' and signed by Relapse Records, their style combines dark, ethereal doom-rock with introspective lyrics.