John Burton

John Burton is a name of, at least, two audio artists: 1) London, UK's Leafcutter John, who débuted on Planet Mu (2000). He is strongly identified with processed instrumental & field recordings. His third album, "The Housebound Spirit" (Jul '03, Planet Mu), won one of Prix Ars Electronica 2004's thirteen 'honorary mentions' & placed in Wire's '2003 Rewind', top 50 records chart. He writes his own music software, has given talks and exhibited software across Europe (including the ICA) and is also a regular guest speaker at the London College of Communication.