Cleveland-based guitarist and founding member of experimental group x_x, Andrew Klimek emerged from his hometown's vibrant post-punk scene of the mid-1970s. His work spans guitar-driven punk and rock through free improvisation, blending raw energy with experimental sensibilities. Beyond x_x, Klimek has collaborated across Cleveland's underground music community and performed in various ensembles that blur the boundaries between punk, improv, and avant-garde performance.
Klimek continues to be an active presence in Cleveland's free music and experimental rock scenes, contributing to the city's legacy as a breeding ground for unconventional and boundary-pushing musicians.
