Born: 29 August 1955, United States
Died: NA
Country most active: United States
Also known as: NA
The following bio was written by Emma Rosen, author of On This Day She Made History: 366 Days With Women Who Shaped the World and This Day In Human Ingenuity & Discovery: 366 Days of Scientific Milestones with Women in the Spotlight, and has been republished with permission.
Diamanda Galás – not just an American musician and singer-songwriter but a powerful force for change. Galás passionately campaigns for AIDS education and the rights of those affected. Her commitment to social issues drives her exploration of themes like AIDS, mental health, and political injustice. ️
With a mesmerizing soprano sfogato voice, Galás has captured press attention, hailed as “capable of the most unnerving vocal terror” and an “aesthetic revolutionary.” Her work mourns for the afflicted while boldly confronting historical revisionism and war crimes.
As a composer, pianist, organist, and performance artist, Galás not only showcases her creations but also weaves in avant-garde compositions by Xenakis and Globokar, jazz brilliance from Bobby Bradford, and the virtuosity of John Zorn and John Paul Jones. Collaborations with Recoil, Erasure, Barry Adamson, and Khan (Can Oral) enrich her recordings.