AMM

The Profile

AMM is a British experimental music group founded in 1966, noted as a leading ensemble in electroacoustic improvisation. Lineups have included Keith Rowe, Lou Gare, Cornelius Cardew, Lawrence Sheaff, Christopher Hobbs, Eddie Prévost and John Tilbury. Their approach emphasises unprepared, collective improvisation and exploration of sound.

Founded in 1966; key members/participants include Keith Rowe, Lou Gare, Cornelius Cardew, Lawrence Sheaff, Christopher Hobbs, Eddie Prévost and John Tilbury. Noted for electroacoustic improvisation and a rule of no preparation before concerts.

Two DeBaser reviews discuss AMM's challenging, singular approach to music-making. One review praises the 76-minute Newfoundland as immersive and atmospheric; another finds AMMMusic difficult but great in its freedom. Both highlight AMM's central role in electroacoustic improvisation.