Henry Flynt

Henry Flynt (born 1940 in Greensboro, North Carolina) is an American philosopher, musician, writer, activist, and artist connected to the 1960s New York avant-garde. He coined the term "concept art" in the early 1960s, during which time he was associated with figures in the Fluxus scene. He later received attention for his anti-art demonstrations against New York cultural institutions in 1963 and 1964.

For the British comic book artist, see Henry Flint.
For the American antiques collector and museum founder, Henry Flynt, see Historic Deerfield.

Henry Flynt
Henry Flynt at the Cafe Oto in October 2008.
Born1940
Greensboro, North Carolina
Occupation(s)Philosopher, musician, visual artist, activist
MovementAnti-art, concept art, nihilism, avant-garde music, downtown music
Musical career
Instrument(s)Violin, guitar, voice
Years active1960-1983, 2005-present
LabelsRecorded, Locust, Superior Viaduct
Websitehenryflynt.org

Since 1983, he has focused on philosophical writing related to nihilism, science, mathematical logic, post-capitalist economics, and personhood. A number of his archival musical recordings, which fuse hillbilly music with avant-garde techniques, were released in the 2000s. He has collaborated with artists such as C.C. Hennix, La Monte Young, George Maciunas, and John Berndt.

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