In Aeternam Vale is a French techno and industrial music artist, consisting of Laurent Prot, who has been active since the early 1980s. He is known for his dark and abstract soundscapes that incorporate elements of minimalism, noise, and drone music. Throughout his career, he has released numerous albums, EPs, and singles on various labels, including Minimal Wave, Jealous God, and Demented. Prot's music is often described as atmospheric and hypnotic, with a distinctive blend of synth-driven melodies and distorted rhythms that create an otherworldly and eerie ambiance. He continues to be a respected figure in the underground electronic music scene.