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United States Laurel Halo is an electronic musician, composer, and DJ known for her diverse musical explorations and critically acclaimed releases.
Laurel Halo collaborated with 33-33 on a concert series called Mode, which took place in London throughout September and featured artists such as Julia Holter.
Laurel Halo regularly hosts 'Awe on NTS' radio shows, featuring mixes and collaborations with various artists. Her mixes were highlighted on various dates throughout 2021, 2022, 2023, and 2024.
Laurel Halo is recognized as a Yamaha Artist, an endorsement reflecting her status as a composer, producer, musician, and DJ.
Laurel Halo was one of three electronic producers asked to collaborate with the legendary instrument brand Moog Music, alongside Gavin Rayna Russom and Andrew Parks.
Laurel Halo composed the soundtrack for 'Still Be Here,' a collaborative piece featuring Hatsune Miku, jointly commissioned by CTM and Transmediale, which premiered at HKW in Berlin.
Laurel Halo provided the soundtrack for Eckhaus Latta's Fall 2019 runway show during New York Fashion Week.
Laurel Halo released the 68th edition of the 'DJ-Kicks' mix series on !K7 Records, followed by a world DJ tour.
Laurel Halo walked for Chloé's Spring 2021 runway show at Paris Fashion Week.
Laurel Halo composed the score for Cecilie Bahnsen's Fall/Winter 2022 runway show at Paris Fashion Week.
Laurel Halo premiered a new multichannel work for piano and electronics, 'Octavia,' which was commissioned by Ina-GRM and presented at the Maison de la Radio in Paris.
In January 2023, Laurel Halo joined the Composition and Experimental Sound Practices faculty at The Herb Alpert School of Music at CalArts.
Laurel Anne Chartow, professionally known as Laurel Halo, was born on June 3, 1985, in Ann Arbor, Michigan. Her early experiences included playing piano, guitar, and violin, and she was influenced by the music scenes of Detroit, London, and Berlin. Her path also included involvement in free jazz ensembles and working as a college radio DJ. Halo relocated to New York City in 2009, then to Berlin in 2013, and most recently to Los Angeles in 2023, showcasing a continuous evolution in her artistic environment and influences.
Her career gained significant momentum with the release of her debut album, “Quarantine,” on the Hyperdub label in 2012. This album received critical praise, earning the title of Album of the Year from The Wire magazine. Following this success, she continued to release material on Hyperdub, including the “Behind the Green Door” EP and her second album, “Chance of Rain,” both in 2013. Halo has consistently expanded her artistic endeavors, working on soundtracks, such as the score for the documentary film “Possessed” by Metahaven and Rob Schröder in 2018, and collaborating with a range of artists.
Throughout her career, Laurel Halo has demonstrated a dedication to experimental electronic music, producing and releasing multiple studio albums, EPs, and singles. Her discography includes albums like “Dust” (2017) and “Raw Silk Uncut Wood” (2018) and, more recently, “Atlas” (2023) and “Octavia” (2024). Beyond her solo work, she has helmed a monthly NTS radio residency under her label Awe since January 2021, featuring various guest artists. In January 2023, Halo joined the Composition and Experimental Sound Practices faculty at The Herb Alpert School of Music at CalArts, further solidifying her influence in electronic music.
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