The artist and Turner prize winner MARTIN CREED will be showcases his new single release THINKING / NOT THINKING.
Words and music have always been an integral part of Creed's practice. He has often combined visual art, talking, choreography and music with his band. The simplicity of the music demonstrates a disarmingly straightforward but intellectual approach. Each of Creed’s artworks are numbered, his most famous being Work #227, The Lights Going On And Off. In line with his other artworks, the video for THINKING / NOT THINKING is Work #1090
He has recently written orchestral pieces for The City of Birmingham Symphony Orchestra, and the Hiroshima Symphony Orchestra. Creed’s other musical works include pieces for bells (commissioned to be part of the Olympics 2012), as well as the hugely popular singing lift that is now permanently installed at the Royal Festival Hall.
THINKING / NOT THINKING will be released both digitally (January 24th) and as a special edition double disc set, which includes a CD, DVD and signed photographic artwork (available February 28th from www.martincreed.com). Written by Creed and performed by Creed and his band, it is accompanied by a video written and directed by the artist. The release of the single coincides with Creed’s forthcoming show, Mothers, at the new Hauser & Wirth space in Savile Row, London (opens 21st January 2011).
On the night of the show there will be a special showing of Creed's 'Sick Film' beforehand.
