Jon Hopkins is a celebrated British musician, composer, and producer, renown for his unique blend of electronic music with classical influences. His career burgeoned as a keyboardist before he ventured into the world of production and solo composition. Hopkins' work is characterized by its emotive resonance, blending piano melodies with textural electronica that deftly navigates between ambient soundscapes and driving techno.

Born in 1979, Hopkins honed his classical piano training at London's Royal College of Music before stepping into the electronic music scene. His collaborations have been diverse and impressive, including work with Brian Eno, Coldplay, and King Creosote. With a discography that invites listeners to explore introspective journeys, Hopkins has mastered the art of creating sonic environments that are both meditative and dynamic. Albums such as "Immunity" (2013) and "Singularity" (2018) have garnered critical acclaim, projecting him to the forefront of the contemporary electronica movement. His recent work, such as the transformative "Music For Psychedelic Therapy" (2021) or the introspective "Piano Versions" (2021), continues to push the boundaries of electronic and ambient music, ensuring his status as a visionary artist in the modern music landscape.

Genres

Compositional Ambient

Electronica

Intelligent Dance Music

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Latest Release

I might say something stupid featuring the 1975 & jon hopkins

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Jon Hopkins

Single - Released October 10, 2024