Tony Conrad

Tony Conrad was an American avant-garde video artist, experimental filmmaker, composer, sound artist and violinist. Born in 1940 in Concord, New Hampshire, he was one of the pioneers of minimalist and drone music. Conrad gained recognition for his concept and execution of "Eternal Music".

Throughout his career, Tony Conrad pushed the boundaries of artistic expression through various mediums. His work as a video artist and experimental filmmaker challenged traditional storytelling techniques and explored new ways to convey ideas visually.

As a composer and sound artist, Conrad's contributions to minimalist and drone music were groundbreaking. He collaborated with other notable artists such as Angus MacLise, Genesis P-Orridge, Pauline Oliveros, and Terry Riley. His unique approach to creating immersive sonic experiences left a lasting impact on the genre.