A Long-Awaited Release

In response to overwhelming demand, the ambient music pioneer William Basinski is set to release a deluxe reissue of his iconic work, The Disintegration Loops. This highly anticipated 8xLP collection will be available on November 7 through Temporary Residence Ltd., and has been freshly remastered by the talented Josh Bonati.

What’s Inside This Exclusive Set?

Dubbed the Arcadia Archive Edition, this deluxe package features the complete five-hour suite that Basinski originally captured through a mesmerizing process of looping decaying analog tape. Music enthusiasts will be thrilled to find all eight vinyl records nestled within beautifully designed jackets that showcase the restored original artwork—also mirrored on the accompanying 4xCD version.

Adding a unique flair to this edition is a heartfelt 1,000-word foreword by renowned artist Laurie Anderson. She expresses her deep connection to the work, stating, "These dissolving sounds, this emptying space, has gained my complete confidence. I am willingly following these sounds, becoming more and more transparent... The final fade isn’t about the end of the music. It’s like the music continues and I have stepped out of the river and moved away."

A Timeless Classic

Originally released in 2002, The Disintegration Loops made waves in the ambient music scene, and its impact was significant enough for Basinski to reissue it for its 10th anniversary a decade later. It even holds a spot at No. 3 in the esteemed roster of 'The 50 Best Ambient Albums of All Time.'

Don't Miss Out!

With trailers for the special reissue and a sneak peek of the newly remastered track "Dlp 1.1" available online, fans and newcomers alike have every reason to get excited. This is not just an album; it’s an experience—step into the world of sound where decay and beauty intertwine.