Ian Hawgood is a British musician and sound artist who has released over a dozen albums and collaborated with artists across the globe. His music is characterized by a unique blend of ambient, experimental, and classical influences, often using field recordings and found sounds to create immersive and atmospheric compositions. Hawgood's work is celebrated for its emotional depth, evocative beauty, and poignant introspection. He is also the founder of the Home Normal record label, which has been an important platform for many emerging artists in the ambient music scene.