Bureau of Lost Culture The Cut Up Life of Genesis P-Orridge
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Nov 12, 2024 Genesis P-Orridge, a groundbreaking performance artist and co-founder of Throbbing Gristle, discusses their innovative 'cut-up technique' and transformative identity exploration through extreme body modification with director David Charles Rodrigues. They delve into the impact of 1970s counterculture and the Temple of Psychic Youth, a radical musical project focused on empowerment. The conversation addresses themes of grief, love, and the poignant final days of Genesis, revealing a deeply personal journey intertwined with creativity and societal challenges.
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Near-Death Experience
- Genesis P-Orridge had a near-death experience at age 11, prompting reflection on life's fragility.
- This led to an embrace of artistic pursuits, a pivotal moment in their life.
Exploding Galaxy
- Genesis P-Orridge joined the Exploding Galaxy, a London-based performance art commune.
- Embracing communal living and rejecting societal norms, they changed their name, symbolizing control over their narrative.
Meeting Burroughs
- Genesis P-Orridge corresponded with William Burroughs, leading to a pivotal meeting.
- Burroughs, using a remote control, demonstrated the cut-up technique, profoundly influencing P-Orridge's artistic development.
