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John Zorn and Sonic Youth

Documentary on the New York experimental scene focusing on John Zorn and Sonic Youth. John Zorn talks about the gestation of "Spillane" and is seen performing at a rehearsal space and at the Knitting Factory with Spy Vs. Spy. Sonic Youth perform in a rehearsal space and in an industrial building of some kind, and are interviewed/filmed in various New York locations. They discuss the NY experimental music scene with John Cale, and goof around a lot. Both artists are commented on by various NY contemporaries, including Lydia Lunch, Glenn Branca, Ikue Mori, and Christian Marclay.

English
  • Originally Aired March 12, 1989
  • Runtime 60 minutes
  • Network Sky Arts
  • Notes Is a season finale
  • Created October 14, 2016 by
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Name Type Role
John Zorn Guest Star