Ryoji Ikeda is a Japanese artist and composer known for his innovative work in the fields of sound and visual art. Born in 1966, he explores the relationship between sound, light, and data, often using technology to create immersive experiences. His work frequently involves the manipulation of digital information, resulting in installations that challenge perceptions of reality. Ikeda's notable projects include data.scan, where he transforms raw data into visual and auditory experiences, and test pattern, which examines the aesthetics of sound and light. Through his art, Ikeda invites audiences to engage with the underlying structures of information in contemporary society.