Mark Barrott is a British musician, producer, and DJ recognized for his influential role in shaping the sound of modern Balearic music. Emerging in the 1990s, Barrott founded the International Feel label from his then-home in Uruguay, which became a key outlet for innovative electronic and ambient sounds, introducing artists like DJ Harvey and Gatto Fritto. After relocating to Ibiza, Barrott drew deep inspiration from the island’s laid-back atmosphere, channeling it into his acclaimed “Sketches from an Island” albums, which are celebrated for their lush, sun-drenched textures and organic instrumentation.

Barrott’s music deftly blends elements of ambient, world music, and soft rock, earning him praise for evoking an emotional sense of place and tranquility. His solo output, alongside collaborative projects and remixes, has contributed to a renaissance in Balearic and downtempo music, cementing his reputation as a visionary who bridges the gap between the past and future of evocative, atmospheric soundscapes.