Gavilán Rayna Russom

Gavilán Rayna Russom, widely recognized as Rayna Russom, is an accomplished American electronic music producer, DJ, and musician. She is perhaps best known for her role as the lead synthesist in the iconic band LCD Soundsystem. Throughout her career, Russom has explored various musical identities, releasing works under multiple aliases such as Black Leotard Front, Black Meteoric Star, and The Crystal Ark, in addition to her collaborations with artist Delia Gonzalez. Beyond her contributions to music, Russom is also a talented visual artist and writer, currently residing in New York City.

A significant aspect of Russom's artistic vision revolves around challenging traditional notions of gender and the societal constructs that accompany them. In the electronic music scene, she has earned the moniker "The Wizard" due to her exceptional technical skills. Her expertise has led her to design instruments for notable figures such as James Murphy from LCD Soundsystem, Tim Goldsworthy of Unkle and The Loving Hand, and Bjorn Copeland from Black Dice. Through her innovative approach to both music and art, Russom continues to push boundaries and inspire audiences around the world.