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David Gilden
12+ albums
noiseindustrialharsh noiseUnited States
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David Gilden (June 1, 1973 — April 6, 2008) Early Years and Career Beginnings (1990-1991) Born on June 1, 1973. Showed an interest in experimental music as a teenager. As recalled by Richard Ramirez, when they met, Gilden lived with his parents, and his mother would often answer the phone while David was in his room, deeply engrossed in recording. His early creative process was marked by incredible productivity. He recorded prolifically, constantly experimenting with the same material: creating remixes, adding new layers, and crafting variations from a single recording session. This indicates a perfectionist and deeply immersive approach to his craft from the very start. By 1991, he had material ready for split releases (e.g., the 'Split Cassette 1991'). Meeting Richard Ramirez and Creative Peak (1991-1992) A Fateful Meeting: In late 1991 or early 1992, Gilden attended a local experimental music show in Houston, where he stood next to Richard Ramirez. He struck up a conversation, guessing the performing band was inspired by Throbbing Gristle. This instantly resonated with Ramirez. A Creative Partnership: They exchanged numbers and began intensive communication, discussing music and sharing their recordings. Ramirez invited Gilden to perform at a noise festival he was organizing in Houston in 1992. Invitation to Black Leather Jesus: After seeing Gilden's solo performance, Ramirez, sensing a stylistic kinship, invited him to join his flagship project, Black Leather Jesus
