Biography
William Otis Laswell (born February 12, 1955) is an American bass guitarist, record producer, and record label owner. He has been involved in thousands of recordings with many collaborators from all over the world. His music draws from funk, world music, jazz, dub, and ambient styles.
According to music critic Chris Brazier, "Laswell's pet concept is 'collision music' which involves bringing together musicians from wildly divergent but complementary spheres and seeing what comes out." Although his bands may be credited under the same name and often feature the same roster of musicians, the styles and themes explored on different albums can vary dramatically. Material began as a noisy dance music band, but later albums concentrated on hip hop, jazz, or spoken word readings by William S. Burroughs. Most versions of the band Praxis have included guitarist Buckethead, but they have explored different permutations on albums.
Filmography
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Movies 14
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Scared of Revolution (2019)
Trust Machine: The Story of Blockchain (2018)
Trump's Lobby (2017)
Jean Ziegler: The Optimism of Willpower (2016)
Sound and Chaos: The Story of BC Studio (2014)
The Rise and Fall and Rise of Sensational (2010)
Bill Laswell - World Beat Sound System: Live at Soundstage (2006)
Street Fighter Alpha: Generations (2005)
Tabla Beat Science: Talamanam Sound Clash (2003)
The Mindscape of Alan Moore (2003)
Mondialito (2000)
Modulations (1998)
Gravesend (1997)
Baptism of Solitude: A Tribute to Paul Bowles
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GenderMale
Birthday1955-02-12 (69 years old)
Birth PlaceSalem, United States of America
CitizenshipsUnited States of America
AwardsCzłowiek ze Złotym Uchem
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