"Big Science" marks the debut studio album of American performance artist and musician Laurie Anderson. Released as part of a seven-album deal with Warner Bros. Records, it showcases a selection of musical highlights from her ambitious eight-hour production titled "United States Live," which was released as a 5-LP box set and book in 1984.
The album gained notable attention for its single "O Superman," which achieved unexpected success, reaching No. 2 in the UK after receiving support from BBC DJ John Peel. This unexpected breakthrough propelled Anderson into the spotlight, expanding her reach beyond the avant-garde scene.
Following the success of "Big Science," music began to play a more significant role in Anderson's artistic endeavors, influencing her subsequent works and cementing her reputation as a pioneering figure in experimental music and performance art.
