Peter Christopherson (1955–2010) was a British musician, visual artist, and filmmaker, best known for his contributions to experimental and electronic music. He was a founding member of the influential industrial band Throbbing Gristle, formed in 1975, which is often credited with pioneering the industrial genre, merging music with provocative themes and multimedia performances. In the 1980s, Christopherson co-founded the group Coil with John Balance, where they further explored the realms of avant-garde electronic music, incorporating elements of ambient, noise, and post-industrial soundscapes. Notable works from Coil include albums like "Horse Rotorvator" (1986) and "Love's Secret Domain" (1991), which showcased their innovative use of sampling, synthesis, and unconventional song structures. Christopherson also collaborated with various artists and projects, including Psychic TV and the experimental film collective, the "Satanic" film group, contributing to the visual arts as a designer and filmmaker. His impact on music is significant, influencing a range of genres and artists across the underground and mainstream scenes, and shaping the aesthetic of industrial and experimental music. His work continues to resonate with contemporary artists exploring the boundaries of sound and art.