LACMA and KCRW Launch 'Currents' Playlist for David Geffen Galleries
The Facts
On July 14, 2026, the Los Angeles County Museum of Art (LACMA) and KCRW announced 'Currents: A Soundtrack for the David Geffen Galleries,' a playlist curated by KCRW Music Director Alejandro Cohen. The playlist includes a special edit of Brian Eno and Beatie Wolfe's composition 'Big Empty Country,' designed to be experienced at a Peter Zumthor–designed bench within the galleries. The soundtrack is available on Bloomberg Connects and KCRW's website.
The Signal
The initiative reflects LACMA's strategy to integrate sound and architecture into the visitor experience, aligning with the museum's broader efforts to create immersive environments. The collaboration with KCRW underscores the role of local cultural institutions in shaping the museum's identity, signaling a growing trend of museums commissioning site-specific soundscapes to enhance architectural spaces.
- Artists: Brian Eno, Beatie Wolfe
- People: Alejandro Cohen, Peter Zumthor
- Museums: Los Angeles County Museum of Art
- Locations: Los Angeles
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