Basta Now (Expanded Edition)

Basta Now (Expanded Edition), Volume 1, is a compelling non-academic essay by French poet and music enthusiast Fanny Chiarello. This music book provides a massive overview of thousands of women, trans, and non-binary artists within the global experimental sound and music scene. As the inaugural publication from Permanent Draft, this work serves as a vital resource for exploring contemporary female and gender-diverse creators. The text uses playful prose and stylishly presents its findings through various photos, illustrations, and detailed discographies.

This expanded edition of Basta Now (Expanded Edition), Volume 1, features eighty additional pages and nearly fifteen hundred new names compared to the original release. Readers can explore updated chapters such as Wild Things, All-Stars, and Madame Bricolage. This music volume offers extended lists and comprehensive discographies to document the diverse landscape of experimental music. It remains a focused study on the contributions of women and non-binary artists to the sonic arts.