Andonis Michaelides, professionally known as Mick Karn, was a multifaceted artist, whose remarkable life spanned from July 24, 1958, until his passing on January 4, 2011. As the bassist for the iconic band Japan, Karn's innovative fretless bass guitar playing style left an indelible mark on the band's unique sound, which resonated with fans during the new wave era of the late 1970s and early 1980s.
He was an English-Cypriot musician, songwriter, and sculptor, whose artistic endeavors transcended genre boundaries, making him a true polymath.
