About
Film composer, producer, and songwriter best known for his work with legendary producer Phil Spector. He also contributed keyboard beats to the Rolling Stones' hit single, "Paint it Black."
Before Fame
He was responsible for orchestrating the Wall of Sound for "River Deep, Mountain High" by Ike and Tina Turner.
Trivia
He won the 1983 Academy Award for Best Original Song for "Up Where We Belong," which was featured in the film "An Officer and a Gentleman" starring Richard Gere and Debra Winger.
Family Life
He was raised on a farm in Newaygo, Michigan. He divorced his first wife, soul singer Gracia Ann May, in 1974.
Associated With
He produced Neil Young's solo debut album.
