Surgeon
Birmingham techno producer who runs Counterbalance and Dynamic Tension and formed British Murder Boys with Regis. Techno Airlines lists Surgeon on 4 festival lineups, including Summer Contrast Festival, Dantz Festival and Soundit Festival.
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- Festivals
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- Playlists
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Surgeon: quick facts
Sourced, updated Oct 2026- Real name
- Anthony Child
- Born
- May 1, 1971 (age 55)
- Zodiac sign
- Taurus
- Nationality
- British
- Genres
- Techno, Industrial techno
- Labels
- Counterbalance (founder), Dynamic Tension (founder), Downwards
- Active since
- 1991
Essential tracks
- Circles1998
- Sleep (Ultra Violet)2000
- Shaper of the Unknown2001
- The Primary Clear Light2018
- The Etheric Body2018
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Frequently asked questions
Quick answers about Surgeon
Where is Surgeon from?
Surgeon is from British.
How old is Surgeon?
Surgeon is 55 years old, born on May 1, 1971.
What is Surgeon's real name?
Surgeon's real name is Anthony Child.
What kind of music does Surgeon play?
Surgeon plays techno and industrial techno.
Does Surgeon have a record label?
Yes. Surgeon founded Counterbalance and Dynamic Tension.
What are Surgeon's best known tracks?
Signature tracks include "Circles" (1998), "Sleep (Ultra Violet)" (2000) and "Shaper of the Unknown" (2001).
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