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Jace Clayton, also known as DJ /rupture, is a composer, DJ, and writer who has made significant contributions to the world of classical music. Born in 1975 in Boston, Massachusetts, Clayton grew up in a family that valued music and the arts. His father was a jazz musician, and his mother was a visual artist, so he was exposed to a wide range of creative influences from an early age. As a child, Clayton was drawn to music and began playing the piano at the age of six. He later learned to play the guitar and the bass, and he also developed an interest in electronic music. In his teenage years, Clayton became involved in the punk and hardcore scenes in Boston, and he began DJing at local clubs and parties. After graduating from high school, Clayton attended Wesleyan University in Connecticut, where he studied music and anthropology. During his time at Wesleyan, he became interested in the music of North Africa and the Middle East, and he began incorporating these influences into his DJ sets and compositions. In 2001, Clayton released his debut album, Gold Teeth Thief, which was a groundbreaking work that blended elements of hip-hop, electronic music, and world music. The album received critical acclaim and helped to establish Clayton as a leading figure in the world of experimental music. Over the next several years, Clayton continued to push the boundaries of classical music, collaborating with a wide range of musicians and artists from around the world. He released several more albums, including Special Gunpowder, Uproot, and The Julius Eastman Memory Depot, which showcased his unique blend of electronic and acoustic sounds. In addition to his work as a composer and DJ, Clayton is also a writer and a scholar. He has written extensively about music and culture, and his work has been published in a variety of academic journals and popular media outlets. He has also taught courses on music and culture at several universities, including Harvard and New York University. Throughout his career, Clayton has been recognized for his innovative contributions to classical music. He has received numerous awards and honors, including a Guggenheim Fellowship and a Fulbright Scholarship. He has also been invited to perform at some of the world's most prestigious venues, including the Lincoln Center and the Barbican Centre. Today, Clayton continues to push the boundaries of classical music, exploring new sounds and styles and collaborating with a diverse range of artists and musicians. His work has inspired countless others to experiment with new forms of music and to challenge the traditional boundaries of classical music.

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