John Giorno, a renowned American poet and performance artist, left an indelible mark on the literary and artistic world. As the visionary founder of Giorno Poetry Systems, a not-for-profit production company, he spearheaded numerous groundbreaking multimedia poetry experiments and events. One of his most notable achievements was the creation of Dial-A-Poem, a pioneering project that pushed the boundaries of poetry and technology.
Giorno's artistic prowess also made him the subject of Andy Warhol's iconic film, Sleep, which cemented his status as a prominent figure in the art world.
