This 2001 album from the celebrated multimedia artist explores themes of technology, mortality, and the human condition through a distinctive blend of spoken word and electronic music.
- "Life on a String" was released on August 21, 2001, by Nonesuch Records.
- The album was released during a period of continued artistic exploration for Anderson, following her soundtrack work for the film "Basquiat" and her 1999 album "Talk Normal."
- One of the key tracks, "My Right Eye," features Anderson's distinctive vocoder effects and narrative style, characteristic of her work from the period.
Laurie Anderson is a performance artist, composer, and filmmaker known for her innovative work in electronic music and multimedia. In 2001, she was at a point in her career where she was exploring spoken word and electronic soundscapes more deeply, following her acclaimed 1980s work.
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