Mick Karn

Mick Karn was a Cypriot-born British musician, born on July 24, 1958. He was best known as the bassist for the influential new wave band Japan, which was active primarily in the late 1970s and early 1980s. Karn was renowned for his distinctive fretless bass playing and his contribution to the band's unique sound, blending art rock, new wave, and synthpop elements.

After Japan disbanded, Mick Karn pursued a solo career and collaborated with various artists across different genres. He remained an influential figure in the British music scene until his death on January 4, 2011.