CA · International contemporary art platformThe fourteenth episode of La Biennale on Air, published on October 29, 2026, offers an overview of the 70th International Festival of Contemporary Music, which took place from October 10 to 24, 2026. This episode features the artistic and musical duo Invernomuto, who discuss the work of Golden Lion recipient Keiji Haino. They focus on his installation Blissful Bun-chan, described as an enigmatic record of a performance in which a cat becomes an unusual channel into Haino’s artistic universe.
Listeners also hear from several artists who participated in the festival, including ML Buch, DJ Anderson do Paraíso, Grand River, and Joy Guidry. Their contributions provide insight into the diversity of the contemporary music scene presented at the event.
The episode’s soundtrack includes excerpts from works by five Biennale College Musica artists whose pieces premiered at the festival: Wyldie Bracewell, Talullah Calderwood, Lara Dâmaso, Andrea La Pietra, and alys(alys)alys. These selections reflect the innovative and experimental spirit of the festival’s musical offerings.
The episode is further enriched by a contribution from American sculptor, painter, and performer Nick Cave, with a clip from a video interview recorded during the pre-opening of Biennale Arte 2026.
Additionally, the podcast includes contributions from artistic directors, filmmakers, performers, and other cultural figures, offering a multifaceted perspective on the festival. La Biennale on Air is available on major platforms such as Spotify, Apple Podcasts, Amazon Music – Audible, YouTube, and on La Biennale’s website.
This episode serves as an audio document of the 70th International Festival of Contemporary Music, capturing the event’s artistic diversity and innovative performances for a global audience.
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