William Basinski (The Disintegration Loops) with Sondre Lerche
Summary
Norwegian pop artist Sondre Lerche and ambient pioneer William Basinski discuss their mutual admiration and new projects. Lerche reflects on his exhausting stint in *Moulin Rouge* and his upcoming album *Acrobats*, while Basinski shares stories about *The Disintegration Loops* and live orchestral performances. They explore themes of finding beauty and connection in a dystopian world.
Topics discussed
Intro: Sondre Lerche and William Basinski meet
Basinski's Doug Aitken installation and shared Brooklyn history
Lerche's exhausting role in Moulin Rouge the Musical
Touring logistics, health concerns, and band sizes
Basinski's ambient church shows and visual projections
Basinski's new piano piece 'Passing the Cup of Sorrows'
Lerche's album Acrobats: Romance in a dystopian world
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Lerche referencing Disintegration Loops in 'Avatars of Love'
The creation and accidental timing of Disintegration Loops
Orchestral performances of the Loops and their impact
Running marathons to the Loops and closing remarks
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