As founder of Mute Records in the late 70s, Daniel Miller can claim to be one of the most influential figures of modern electronic music. After setting J.G. Ballard’s controversial book Crash to motorik synths with The Normal’s single Warm Leatherette, Miller was one of the first people to apply the DIY punk ethic to synthesizers. He might be best known for a long and fruitful relationship with Depeche Mode (in addition to releasing the group’s first single in 1981, Miller co-produced their first five albums and continues as the band’s sound consultant), but over the years Miller has worked with a who’s who of trailblazing acts, including Throbbing Gristle, Wire, Nick Cave, Moby, Richie Hawtin, andThe Knife among many others. Miller was recently awarded the Pioneer Award at the second annual AIM (Association of Independent Music) awards for his contribution to artistic freedom, creative adventure, quality pop, advanced electronics and sonic experimentation, always successful with both audiences and critics alike.