Richard H. Kirk

Richard Harold Kirk (21 March 1956 – 21 September 2021) was an English composer, musician and producer. He is best known for his work in electronic music, and for co-founding the influential music group Cabaret Voltaire in 1973 with Chris Watson and Stephen Mallinder. Outside of Cabaret Voltaire, he was part of bands such as Sweet Exorcist and Acid Horse, and collaborated with bands and artists such as Peter Hope and Kora. As a solo artist, Kirk released music under his own name as well as under dozens of aliases. His prolific solo work explored various genres, including dub, techno, ambient, electro, industrial and acid house.

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