Marc Hurtado

French Industrial Music Artist and Filmmaker

Marc Hurtado is a French artist and musician known for his involvement in the experimental and industrial music scenes. He is one half of the duo Étant Donnés, which he formed with his brother Eric Hurtado in 1980. The duo is recognized for their avant-garde approach to sound and multimedia art, often incorporating elements of performance, film, and installation into their work. Marc Hurtado has collaborated with a variety of influential artists within the experimental music world, including Alan Vega of Suicide, Lydia Lunch, Genesis P-Orridge, and Michael Gira. His work spans across various mediums and often explores themes of desire, violence, and transcendence.