Matthew Herbert, born in 1972 in the UK, is a prolific electronic musician known for his unique approach to sound design. With a range of aliases including Doctor Rockit, Radio Boy, Mr. Vertigo, Transformer, and Wishmountain, Herbert has made a name for himself as a pioneer of experimental electronic music. He often incorporates sounds from everyday objects and situations into his work, a technique that sets him apart from other producers.

Herbert released his first album, "100 Lbs", in 1996, a collection of early 12-inch singles that showcased his early work as a dance music producer. He followed this up with "Around the House" in 1998, a blend of dance beats, kitchen object sounds, and vocals with collaborator Dani Siciliano. He also remixed tracks for other artists such as Moloko and Alter Ego, and released records under a variety of pseudonyms.

In 2001, Herbert released "Bodily Functions", which featured sounds created by manipulating human hair, skin, and internal organs. This innovative record helped secure Herbert's first worldwide distribution deal with Studio !K7. "Goodbye Swingtime" followed in 2003, under the name The Matthew Herbert Big Band, combining political commentary with song structures.

Herbert's 2005 release, "Plat du Jour", was made entirely from sounds found in the food chain. This included recording beneath the sewers of Fleet Street, in industrial chicken farms, and even driving a tank over a recreation of a dinner cooked by Nigella Lawson for George Bush and Tony Blair. Herbert also recorded 3,500 people biting an apple simultaneously for the album.

Overall, Herbert's ability to incorporate unique sounds into his work and his willingness to experiment with new techniques have earned him a dedicated following and a reputation as one of the most innovative producers in electronic music today..

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