Golden Globe-nominated composer Christopher Young has scored almost 100 successful features ranging across virtually every genre, all with strikingly original music. Never repeating himself, Young’s works extend from the spine-tingling “Hellraiser” showcasing his seminal upbringing in horror; to the new-techno sound of “Swordfish” and the resonant, genuine Celtic sounds of “The Shipping News.” Continue reading “Christopher Young – Film Composer” »
Todd has been responsible for a number of ASCAP’s most significant signings in recent years. He contributes creative in-depth educational articles & high profile member interviews for the ASCAP Playback magazine and ASCAP website (www.ASCAP.com). Continue reading “Michael L. Todd – Sr. Director of Film & Television Music, ASCAP” »
Academy award nominated John Debney is one of the most prolific and successful composers in Hollywood. His unique ability to create memorable music across a variety of genres, along with his reputation for being remarkably collaborative, have made him the first choice of top level producers and directors. Continue reading “John Debney – Film Composer – HMMA Career Achievement” »
Dave Mason, guitarist, singer, songwriter, R&R Hall of Fame inductee grew up in Worcester, England. In 1967 at 18 years of age, he teamed up with Steve Winwood, Jim Capaldi and Chris Wood to form the legendary band Traffic. A 19, he penned the classic song "Feelin' Alright" which appeared on the band's second LP. The song has since become a rock & roll anthem, having been recorded by well over 48 artists, the best known version being being by Joe Cocker. Traffic's profound influence over rock music remains substantial and unquestioned to this day. Continue reading “Dave Mason – R&R Hall of Fame / HMMA Career Achievement Award” »
Del Breckenfeld is Director of Entertainment Marketing at Fender Musical Instruments Corp., the biggest name in electric guitars, amplifiers and musical products. Before coming to Fender, he worked for Dean Guitars, Continue reading “Del Breckenfeld – Fender Musical Instruments Corp.” »
Tommy Tallarico is a veritable video game industry icon. As one of the most successful video game composers in history, he has helped revolutionize the gaming world, creating unique audio landscapes that enhance the video gaming experience. He is considered the person most instrumental in changing the game industry from bleeps & bloops to real music Continue reading “Tommy Tallarico – Composer / Producer / Video Game Icon” »
A Motown recording artist who began writing music at age 14, Mr. Glasser has enjoyed a highly successful career in the music and film industries. In addition to his work on the film “Crash,” which received the Academy Award for Best Picture, Continue reading “Richard Glasser – Music Supervisor Consultant” »
Four-time Grammy nominee Nile Rodgers is one of the most enduring and prolific artists in the music business. In 1977, he and his late partner, Bernard Edwards, created the group CHIC, whose number-one hit “Le Freak,” remains Warner Bros.' biggest-selling single of all time. Continue reading “Nile Rodgers – Producer / Artist / Composer / Label Executive” »
Jeffrey Cheen started his career as National Promotion Director for Bill Cosby’s Tetragrammaton Records and its artists management company, with a list of clients that included Deep Purple, Joan Rivers and Tiny Tim. He then helmed Mercury Records Hollywood office, overseeing record production and artists signings. Mr. Cheen was then tapped by Capitol Records to take over its Rock A & R Department. Cheen then moved to Far Out Music and Publishing to head up its management division where he guided the careers of War, Ronnie Laws, and Rick James. Continue reading “Jeffery Cheen – Music Veteran / Producer / Consultant” »
Ford Music Services was founded by the former BMG Vice President of Film & Television Music, Art Ford. Ford pioneered the music industry’s first song search systems and has made hundreds of song placements in film and television that include Grammy™ and Oscar™ nominated cues. Continue reading “Art Ford – Music Supervisor / Executive Producer” »
