Rian Treanor

Rian Treanor is an experimental electronic musician and sound artist from the United Kingdom, widely recognized for his playful yet rigorous approach to rhythm, sampling, and digital signal processing. Emerging from the fertile artistic scene of Sheffield, he draws upon the city’s storied legacy of club music, blending IDM, techno, grime, and UK bass influences with avant-garde sensibilities inherited from his studies at Goldsmiths, University of London. Treanor’s work frequently explores the relationship between algorithmic processes, improvisation, and physical movement, resulting in intricate, unpredictable compositions that push the boundaries of dance music.

His releases on labels such as Planet Mu and The Death of Rave have garnered international acclaim, with projects like "Ataxia" and "File Under UK Metaplasm" showcasing his distinctive synthesis of sharp rhythmic complexity and vibrant textural detail. In addition to his recordings and high-energy live sets, Treanor has been involved in multimedia installations, workshops, and collaborations that span the worlds of contemporary art, performance, and education, highlighting his commitment to expanding the possibilities of sound and interaction in both club and gallery contexts.