I still remember my utter surprise when I listened to this album for the very first time.  It was pure avantgarde at that time: minimalist electronic sounds and voice arrangements, intellectual lyrics and themes. A harsh contrast to the candy pop of the 80’s.

Also her performances (like in this song ‘O, Superman‘) were most amazing and unusual: video performance art, using computers on stage, special instruments and projections. Laurie Anderson certainly greatly influenced pop and was one of the rare creature ahead of her time.

More? Wikipedia and her official website

The ‘original’ - Guido Reni’s San Sebastian.

Japanese writer Mishima posing for the same position.

Pamela going for dollars.

Piere and Gilles - the high Priests of Gayness in Art

Classical themes are still alive and kicking - we just often don’t recognize their heritage in a new composition. Their are deeply rooted in our collective art memories.