Andy Moor

Andy Moor is a distinguished British musician, composer, and guitarist, best known for his innovative approach to the electric guitar and his influential role in the post-punk and experimental music scenes. Born in London in 1962, Moor first garnered attention as a member of the seminal band Dog Faced Hermans, before joining the legendary Dutch punk group The Ex in 1990, where his angular, exploratory guitar work became a defining element of their sound. Over the decades, Moor has developed a reputation for pushing the boundaries of guitar music, seamlessly integrating elements of improvisation, noise, and global musical traditions into his playing.

His collaborative spirit has led to projects with a diverse range of artists, including Yannis Kyriakides, Anne James Chaton, and Thurston Moore, traversing genres from free jazz to contemporary classical and avant-garde electronics. Andy Moor’s discography spans dozens of albums, and his commitment to musical experimentation and cross-cultural dialogue has made him a respected figure on stages and festivals worldwide. Besides his performance work, Moor is also active as a composer for film, dance, and multimedia, continually redefining the possibilities of sound and music.