John Duncan is an American conceptual and performance artist whose work spans performance art, experimental music, and installations. Born in Wichita, Kansas, in 1953, he began his career in Los Angeles during the 1970s, becoming a key figure in the West Coast performance art scene. Duncan's art often explores themes of power, authority, and control, frequently involving personal risk and confrontational elements. His innovative use of shortwave radio signals, found sounds, and field recordings has significantly influenced experimental music. Over the years, his focus has shifted towards spirituality, ritual, and the subconscious mind. Duncan has exhibited and performed internationally, with notable works including "Blind Date," "The Crackling," and "The Keening Towers." He currently resides and works in Bologna, Italy. ([johnduncan.org](https://johnduncan.org/?utm_source=openai))