Amon Tobin

The Profile

Brazilian-born electronic musician, producer and turntablist known for inventive sampling, cinematic textures and genre-blending; relocated from the UK to Montreal.

Signed to Ninja Tune; notable albums include Bricolage, Permutation, Supermodified and Foley Room. Worked on the soundtrack for the videogame Splinter Cell: Chaos Theory. Known for using field recordings and meticulous sample manipulation; active since the 1990s and acclaimed for both studio albums and live DJ/turntable sets.

DeBaser's reviews praise Amon Tobin's innovative sampling, cinematic and often dark soundscapes, and strong live presence. Reviewers highlight his genre-blending (drum'n'bass, jazz, trip hop) and meticulous sound design. Notable albums covered include Bricolage, Permutation, Supermodified and Foley Room.