Bob Birch
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Bob Birch is an American
musician. Primarily a session musician
and sideman
to a variety of notable artists. Bob Birch was born Robert Wayne Birch. At an early age, Bob was inspired to pursue music by his father Chet, an upright bassist. Bob began his musical journey with the alto saxophone, mirroring the styles of Paul Desmond and Cannonball Adderely. He learned quickly and was soon recognized by the Michigan School Band and Orchestra Association through his 1st place finishes at countless music festival competitions. Around 7th grade, Bob had the urge to try out the electric bass. This urge came from his fascination for the Motown sound, as well as groups like Chicago
, Blood, Sweat, and Tears, and the overall mesmerizing sound of the Fender bass coming across the radio waves. One day he picked up his junior high band director Art Dries's Mosrite bass during school lunch and something about it felt totally right. Because he also had a strong passion for the classical side of music, Bob focused his school studies on the bassoon as a quest to master that instrument. In high school, Bob played with many bands playing sax, bass, as well as bassoon. As a senior in high school, he won the prestigious Louis Armstrong Jazz award. Music was not the only thing Birch excelled in. His all-around academic career allowed him to receive a competitive scholarship from the state of Michigan to enroll in Wayne State University in Detroit and study Pre-Medicine. College began and Bob couldn't think about much else besides music. He was playing 6 nights a week amidst the stellar Detroit club scene while attending classes during the day. His burning love for music swayed him quickly from the Pre-Medicine major. Bob went on to graduate with a Bachelor's degree in Music Education and Performance from Wayne State. Soon after, he joined a band with his brother Dan and sister-in-law Martha. With such young talent and burning passion, their group became one of the top bands on the Detroit circuit. While performing at lounges in local hotels, Bob met many musicians from some of the top touring bands of the time who included Cats from the Doobie Brothers, George Benson, Chicago, and Barry Manilow. The conversations he had with these artists influenced him to decide to move to Los Angeles and take a stab at the big time music scene.
He arrived in L.A. in 1981, and realized that the ‘big time’ was bigger than he thought. At first he struggled to make the contacts he needed, but meeting saxophonist Micheal Paulo at the musician's union started things off for Bob. Michael invited Bob to his house to jam, and while there he met Akio Katsuyama, a fantastic jazz pianist from Osaka, Japan. Luckily, Akio needed a bassist for his trio and hired Bob on the spot. The gig was a great opportunity and learning experience for Birch. While they played together, Akio turned Bob onto the Watanabe method of jazz, and Bob helped Akio with his English. With his unending musical drive, Bob continued to look for other avenues of performance. He auditioned for and joined every single band he could. His momentum continued to build as he was able to get hired for multiple recording dates. He started to get a small toe in the door of the L.A. music scene while doing every demo he could as well as playing with his long-time friend and established musician, drummer Gregg Bissonette, on a Jazzercise multi-platinum record. Finally, in 1985 he was involved in a record deal with a band named Fortune. Bob's good friend and mentor from Detroit, drummer Jimmy Hunter, recommended him to the band and soon after they signed a record deal with Camel/MCA. Their debut record with producer Kevin Beamish included the single, Stacey, on which Bob played bass and saxophone. ‘Stacey’ made it on Billboard's Hot 100 singles list for 6 straight weeks. Unfortunately, the record was stalled after three singles and Bob recognized that he needed to continue looking for other opportunities. He remained in the music scene by playing gigs every night and joining as many bands as possible. During this time, he was able to meet and play with L.A.'s finest musicians. A notable band he had joined at that time was with legendary L.A. vocalist Rainey. Birch valued the friendship and camaraderie of every musician he met during this wonderful time.
Later in 1985, he met keyboardist, Guy Babylon. They made a great team together while playing with and recording for many artists. In 1988, Guy recommended Bob for Mark Ashton's band. Bob joined the band which included famed drummer Zak Starky, and after a few showcases for record companies Ashton was signed by RCA. The debut album was recorded at A&M studios with the producer Paul Rothchild, who is most known for his brilliant work with The Doors. The album was initially highly acclaimed, but it unfortunately it did not enjoy the needed commercial success. At that time, Guy Babylon was asked to join Elton John's band. Because Guy was involved with the Ashton band, he came to Bob asking what he should do. Bob responded with a convincing "What are you waiting for???", and Guy proceeded to leave Ashton and join Elton. Bob continued his search for more gigs and was incredibly fortunate to be hired by percussionist Bob Conti for a spot in Jose Feliciano's band. Bob was extremely happy to join Jose, being a huge fan of his music and reminiscing on the fact that ‘Light My Fire’ was the first album he ever bought. He set off on a world tour with Jose which lasted 4 years. Bob had a blast – he explains Jose as a ‘monster player’ and the band as a ‘great hang’. In between touring dates, Bob would return to Los Angeles and dig up more contacts which brought more gigs. Fate would soon shine down once again.
When Elton John ended his tour in 1989, Guy Babylon introduced Bob to Elton John’s longtime Guitar Slinger, Davey Johnstone. At that time, Davey, Guy, and longtime Elton John drummer Nigel Olsson were about to make a record together and asked Bob to join them. They named their band Warpipes, and their album debuted in 1990. Everyone who heard the album loved it, but it was met with the usual management and record company obstacles. The project stalled, and Guy and Davey were called to begin Elton John's "The One" album in Paris. A bit discouraged but never losing his drive, Bob proceeded to once again hit the streets to find more playing opportunities. As ‘The One’ tour was about to begin, Elton asked legendary bassist Pino Pallidino to join him. Pino was forced to decline because his wife was scheduled to give birth. Elton asked Davey Johnstone if he knew any bassists who could fill the spot and Davey replied by saying, "We’ve been playing with this cat Bob Birch in LA. How about we give him a try?" On February 14, 1992, Elton agreed and asked Davey to call Bob, which began what the Detroit born bassist calls ‘sideman heaven’. When asked about his new spot in Elton’s group he always responded that he ‘couldn't ask for a better gig’. Birch continued to respond after being asked about his feelings on joining Elton’s band by stating, “Not only is the music fantastic, but the bass lines are classic and Elton is a gem. He is like family; I love him dearly and truly value our personal and musical relationship with all of my heart". Being Elton's touring and primary recording bassist obviously opened up more avenues for Birch in his musical career. Once again, in between gigs with Elton, Bob was back in L.A. looking for even more playing opportunities.
In 1993, he met super-musician and composer Marc Bonilla and was asked to join his band, ‘The Dragonchoir’ for the time he had between tours with Elton. Bob accepted, and with Marc he performed live and recorded with Keith Emerson, Steve Porcaro, Glenn Hughes, and Ronnie Montrose. ‘That band SMOKED!’ says Bob. He found it a real honor to play on Keith Emerson's solo album, featuring Marc Bonilla, alongside his Detroit brother Gregg Bissonette on drums. Birch teamed up with Marc Bonilla on a few other works he is very proud of. Together they worked on a unique comedy album, Fuzzatonic Scream by Bobby Gaylor, which Bonilla produced. Also with Marc, along with studio pro Mike Mason, Bob played on the soundtracks of the movies "The Replacements" and "The Scorpion King" for Los Angeles film composer John Debney. Bonilla also gave Birch the chance to play with one of his favorite vocalists, David Coverdale, at Mark & Brian's Christmas show. Touring with Elton opened up continuous opportunities for Bob to expand his musical creativity.
Since Elton teamed up with Billy Joel for multiple tours which Birch was a part of, it give him the chance to hook up with Billy’s saxophone ace and human gem Mark Rivera. Mark and Bob quickly became good friends, and Bob is especially thankful for Mark asking him to be the primary bassist at one of the first Rock & Roll Fantasy Camps. The Camp allowed Birch the opportunity to perform with Leslie West, Rick Derringer, Nils Lofgren, Mike Love, Lou Gramm, and as a real special treat he got the chance to be the third member of the ‘Detroit Royalty’ Grand Funk Railroad with Mark Farner and Don Brewer. Another memorable moment for Bob was when Rick Latham, drummer and friend of Bob’s, gave him the chance to play with Edgar Winter and the White Trash featuring Rick Derringer reunion at the Montreaux Jass Festival in 1999.
Another extra special moment came while recording "Made In England" with Elton John at Air studios in London. Bob will never forget one day sitting in the studio lobby reading a magazine during a break and he noticed a shadow blocking his light. As he looked up, he instantly recognized the immortal Beatles producer George Martin. George asked Bob if he “would be up for playing on a couple of tracks he was doing with chromatic harp ace Larry Adler's album "The Glory of Gershwin’”. After Bob “picked his jaw off of the floor”, he answered yes. Yet another highlight of his career was building a musical relationship with producer and song writer David Harris. Harris asked Bob to play on Brian Doerksen’s Juno award winning album, which was put together with drummer Vinnie Coluita and Toto singer Joseph Williams. That led to the opportunity to co-write as well as play on a song for Joseph Williams’ solo album, "This Fall". Bob said that "having being a huge Toto fan, it was an honor to be involved with Joseph. "Seeing my name on an album alongside my all-time heroes David Paich, Steve Lukather, Steve Porcaro, and Bobby Kimball was obviously an added rush”.
Currently, Birch continues to look for any opportunity he can to flex his musical muscles. His wonderful tenure with Elton John keeps him doing what he loves every year, and still every day he looks for additional playing and composing opportunities. His life is kept together by the love of his life, his beautiful wife Michele. He is also graced with a son, Jonathan, who attends medical school in Tempe, Arizona.
Bob Birch has performed live or recorded with:
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musician. Primarily a session musician
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to a variety of notable artists. Bob Birch was born Robert Wayne Birch. At an early age, Bob was inspired to pursue music by his father Chet, an upright bassist. Bob began his musical journey with the alto saxophone, mirroring the styles of Paul Desmond and Cannonball Adderely. He learned quickly and was soon recognized by the Michigan School Band and Orchestra Association through his 1st place finishes at countless music festival competitions. Around 7th grade, Bob had the urge to try out the electric bass. This urge came from his fascination for the Motown sound, as well as groups like Chicago
Chicago (band)
Chicago is an American rock band formed in 1967 in Chicago, Illinois. The self-described "rock and roll band with horns" began as a politically charged, sometimes experimental, rock band and later moved to a predominantly softer sound, becoming famous for producing a number of hit ballads. They had...
, Blood, Sweat, and Tears, and the overall mesmerizing sound of the Fender bass coming across the radio waves. One day he picked up his junior high band director Art Dries's Mosrite bass during school lunch and something about it felt totally right. Because he also had a strong passion for the classical side of music, Bob focused his school studies on the bassoon as a quest to master that instrument. In high school, Bob played with many bands playing sax, bass, as well as bassoon. As a senior in high school, he won the prestigious Louis Armstrong Jazz award. Music was not the only thing Birch excelled in. His all-around academic career allowed him to receive a competitive scholarship from the state of Michigan to enroll in Wayne State University in Detroit and study Pre-Medicine. College began and Bob couldn't think about much else besides music. He was playing 6 nights a week amidst the stellar Detroit club scene while attending classes during the day. His burning love for music swayed him quickly from the Pre-Medicine major. Bob went on to graduate with a Bachelor's degree in Music Education and Performance from Wayne State. Soon after, he joined a band with his brother Dan and sister-in-law Martha. With such young talent and burning passion, their group became one of the top bands on the Detroit circuit. While performing at lounges in local hotels, Bob met many musicians from some of the top touring bands of the time who included Cats from the Doobie Brothers, George Benson, Chicago, and Barry Manilow. The conversations he had with these artists influenced him to decide to move to Los Angeles and take a stab at the big time music scene.
He arrived in L.A. in 1981, and realized that the ‘big time’ was bigger than he thought. At first he struggled to make the contacts he needed, but meeting saxophonist Micheal Paulo at the musician's union started things off for Bob. Michael invited Bob to his house to jam, and while there he met Akio Katsuyama, a fantastic jazz pianist from Osaka, Japan. Luckily, Akio needed a bassist for his trio and hired Bob on the spot. The gig was a great opportunity and learning experience for Birch. While they played together, Akio turned Bob onto the Watanabe method of jazz, and Bob helped Akio with his English. With his unending musical drive, Bob continued to look for other avenues of performance. He auditioned for and joined every single band he could. His momentum continued to build as he was able to get hired for multiple recording dates. He started to get a small toe in the door of the L.A. music scene while doing every demo he could as well as playing with his long-time friend and established musician, drummer Gregg Bissonette, on a Jazzercise multi-platinum record. Finally, in 1985 he was involved in a record deal with a band named Fortune. Bob's good friend and mentor from Detroit, drummer Jimmy Hunter, recommended him to the band and soon after they signed a record deal with Camel/MCA. Their debut record with producer Kevin Beamish included the single, Stacey, on which Bob played bass and saxophone. ‘Stacey’ made it on Billboard's Hot 100 singles list for 6 straight weeks. Unfortunately, the record was stalled after three singles and Bob recognized that he needed to continue looking for other opportunities. He remained in the music scene by playing gigs every night and joining as many bands as possible. During this time, he was able to meet and play with L.A.'s finest musicians. A notable band he had joined at that time was with legendary L.A. vocalist Rainey. Birch valued the friendship and camaraderie of every musician he met during this wonderful time.
Later in 1985, he met keyboardist, Guy Babylon. They made a great team together while playing with and recording for many artists. In 1988, Guy recommended Bob for Mark Ashton's band. Bob joined the band which included famed drummer Zak Starky, and after a few showcases for record companies Ashton was signed by RCA. The debut album was recorded at A&M studios with the producer Paul Rothchild, who is most known for his brilliant work with The Doors. The album was initially highly acclaimed, but it unfortunately it did not enjoy the needed commercial success. At that time, Guy Babylon was asked to join Elton John's band. Because Guy was involved with the Ashton band, he came to Bob asking what he should do. Bob responded with a convincing "What are you waiting for???", and Guy proceeded to leave Ashton and join Elton. Bob continued his search for more gigs and was incredibly fortunate to be hired by percussionist Bob Conti for a spot in Jose Feliciano's band. Bob was extremely happy to join Jose, being a huge fan of his music and reminiscing on the fact that ‘Light My Fire’ was the first album he ever bought. He set off on a world tour with Jose which lasted 4 years. Bob had a blast – he explains Jose as a ‘monster player’ and the band as a ‘great hang’. In between touring dates, Bob would return to Los Angeles and dig up more contacts which brought more gigs. Fate would soon shine down once again.
When Elton John ended his tour in 1989, Guy Babylon introduced Bob to Elton John’s longtime Guitar Slinger, Davey Johnstone. At that time, Davey, Guy, and longtime Elton John drummer Nigel Olsson were about to make a record together and asked Bob to join them. They named their band Warpipes, and their album debuted in 1990. Everyone who heard the album loved it, but it was met with the usual management and record company obstacles. The project stalled, and Guy and Davey were called to begin Elton John's "The One" album in Paris. A bit discouraged but never losing his drive, Bob proceeded to once again hit the streets to find more playing opportunities. As ‘The One’ tour was about to begin, Elton asked legendary bassist Pino Pallidino to join him. Pino was forced to decline because his wife was scheduled to give birth. Elton asked Davey Johnstone if he knew any bassists who could fill the spot and Davey replied by saying, "We’ve been playing with this cat Bob Birch in LA. How about we give him a try?" On February 14, 1992, Elton agreed and asked Davey to call Bob, which began what the Detroit born bassist calls ‘sideman heaven’. When asked about his new spot in Elton’s group he always responded that he ‘couldn't ask for a better gig’. Birch continued to respond after being asked about his feelings on joining Elton’s band by stating, “Not only is the music fantastic, but the bass lines are classic and Elton is a gem. He is like family; I love him dearly and truly value our personal and musical relationship with all of my heart". Being Elton's touring and primary recording bassist obviously opened up more avenues for Birch in his musical career. Once again, in between gigs with Elton, Bob was back in L.A. looking for even more playing opportunities.
In 1993, he met super-musician and composer Marc Bonilla and was asked to join his band, ‘The Dragonchoir’ for the time he had between tours with Elton. Bob accepted, and with Marc he performed live and recorded with Keith Emerson, Steve Porcaro, Glenn Hughes, and Ronnie Montrose. ‘That band SMOKED!’ says Bob. He found it a real honor to play on Keith Emerson's solo album, featuring Marc Bonilla, alongside his Detroit brother Gregg Bissonette on drums. Birch teamed up with Marc Bonilla on a few other works he is very proud of. Together they worked on a unique comedy album, Fuzzatonic Scream by Bobby Gaylor, which Bonilla produced. Also with Marc, along with studio pro Mike Mason, Bob played on the soundtracks of the movies "The Replacements" and "The Scorpion King" for Los Angeles film composer John Debney. Bonilla also gave Birch the chance to play with one of his favorite vocalists, David Coverdale, at Mark & Brian's Christmas show. Touring with Elton opened up continuous opportunities for Bob to expand his musical creativity.
Since Elton teamed up with Billy Joel for multiple tours which Birch was a part of, it give him the chance to hook up with Billy’s saxophone ace and human gem Mark Rivera. Mark and Bob quickly became good friends, and Bob is especially thankful for Mark asking him to be the primary bassist at one of the first Rock & Roll Fantasy Camps. The Camp allowed Birch the opportunity to perform with Leslie West, Rick Derringer, Nils Lofgren, Mike Love, Lou Gramm, and as a real special treat he got the chance to be the third member of the ‘Detroit Royalty’ Grand Funk Railroad with Mark Farner and Don Brewer. Another memorable moment for Bob was when Rick Latham, drummer and friend of Bob’s, gave him the chance to play with Edgar Winter and the White Trash featuring Rick Derringer reunion at the Montreaux Jass Festival in 1999.
Another extra special moment came while recording "Made In England" with Elton John at Air studios in London. Bob will never forget one day sitting in the studio lobby reading a magazine during a break and he noticed a shadow blocking his light. As he looked up, he instantly recognized the immortal Beatles producer George Martin. George asked Bob if he “would be up for playing on a couple of tracks he was doing with chromatic harp ace Larry Adler's album "The Glory of Gershwin’”. After Bob “picked his jaw off of the floor”, he answered yes. Yet another highlight of his career was building a musical relationship with producer and song writer David Harris. Harris asked Bob to play on Brian Doerksen’s Juno award winning album, which was put together with drummer Vinnie Coluita and Toto singer Joseph Williams. That led to the opportunity to co-write as well as play on a song for Joseph Williams’ solo album, "This Fall". Bob said that "having being a huge Toto fan, it was an honor to be involved with Joseph. "Seeing my name on an album alongside my all-time heroes David Paich, Steve Lukather, Steve Porcaro, and Bobby Kimball was obviously an added rush”.
Currently, Birch continues to look for any opportunity he can to flex his musical muscles. His wonderful tenure with Elton John keeps him doing what he loves every year, and still every day he looks for additional playing and composing opportunities. His life is kept together by the love of his life, his beautiful wife Michele. He is also graced with a son, Jonathan, who attends medical school in Tempe, Arizona.
Bob Birch has performed live or recorded with:
- Sir Elton John
- Sir George Martin
- Billy Joel
- Tim Rice
- Bernie Taupin
- Brian Adams
- Bruce Hornsby
- Lionel Ritchie
- George Michael
- Eric Clapton
- B.B. King
- Brian May (of Queen)
- Sting
- Tina Turner
- Cher
- Julie Andrews
- Don Henley
- David Coverdale
- Sheryl Crow
- Spice Girls
- Melissa Etheridge
- Tammy Wynette
- Sandra Bernhard
- Marianne Faithful
- Nona Hendryx
- Terence Trent D'arby
- Little Richard
- Phil Collins
- Mary J. Blidge
- Lulu
- Stevie Wonder
- Natalie Cole
- Backstreet Boys
- Clint Black
- LeAnn Rimes
- Gary Wright
- Paul Carrack
- Johnny Mathis
- Shirley MacLaine
- Jose Feliciano
- Jim Carey
- Anastacia
- Joss Stone
- Courtney Love
- Kevin Spacey
- Ronan Keating
- Sophie B. Hawkins
- Michael McDonald
- Randy Newman
- Brian McKnight
- Brian Wilson
- Vanessa Carlton
- Rufus Rainwright
- Nikka Costa
- Sinead O’Connor
- John Mayer
- Ray Charles
- Donna Summer
- Dolly Parton
- Barry Manillow
- Leon Russell
- Gregg Allman
- Hugh Padgham
- Michael Omartian
- Joseph Williams (singer, composer)
- Rainey
- Gary Mallaber (drummer for Steve Miller and Van Morrison)
- James Newton Howard (renowned film score composer)
- The Chicago Horns (Lee Loughnane, Walter Parazaider, James Pankow)
- Mark Farner (guitar and vocalist for Grand Funk Railroad)
- Don Brewer (drummer and vocalist for Grand Funk Railroad, Bob Seger)
- Leslie West (guitar and vocalist for Mountain)
- Rick Derringer (Guitar Hero, vocalist)
- Lou Gramm (lead singer, songwriter for Foreigner)
- John Waite (lead singer for The Babys, Bad English, and Solo)
- Nils Lofgren (solo artist and guitarist for E-Street Band)
- Felix Cavaliere (vocalist, songwriter, and keyboardist for the Rascals)
- Clerence Clemens (solo artist and saxophonist for E-Street Band)
- Hans Zimmer (renowned film score composer)
- Fortune (MCA Records - produced by Kevin Beamish)
- Andy Summers (guitarist - Police)
- Troy Lucketta-(drummer - Tesla)
- Greg Hawkes-(keyboardist - The Cars)
- Chris Thomas (producer - Pink Floyd, The Beatles, Pretenders, Elton John)
- Greg Penny (producer - K.D. Lang, Paul Young, Elton John)
- Mark Ashton (former member of Rare Bird, RCA Records)
- Paul Rothchild (producer of The Doors)
- Retaliation (Zoo Records)
- Glenn Hughes (formerly of Deep Purple)
- Gary Barlow (lead singer of Take That)
- Eddie Money
- Edgar Winter and the White Trash (Montreux Jazz Festival, July 7, 1999)
- Hellecasters (Hell III - New Axes to Grind)
- Mark Bonilla (Guitar God, Reprise Records, film and television composer)
- Bobby Gaylor - Fuzzatonic Scream, Atlantic Records, 2000
- Marisela (BMG Records)
- Warpipes (JCI Records)
- Ghosts of the Open Road (Wedge Records)
- Pocket Change (Brain Child Records)
- Davey Johnstone (Guitar God, Elton John Band, Alice Cooper)
- Nigel Olsson (Elton John Band, Uriah Heap)
- Paul Buckmaster (film composer and orchestral arranger)
- Aynsley Dunbar (Zappa, Journey, Starship, Whitesnake)
- Keith Emerson (keyboardist of ELP fame)
- Steve Porcaro (keyboardist from Toto, film and television composer)
- Danny Pelfrey (composer, saxophonist)
- Tom Scott (saxophonist, film and TV composer)
- Carmine Appice (Cactus, Vanilla Fudge, Rod Stewart, Jeff Beck, Blue Murder)
- Gregg Bissonette (Drum God, David Lee Roth, Joe Satriani, Maynard Ferguson)
- Mark Craney (Jethro Tull, Gino Vanelli)
- Clive Franks (producer - Elton John-Live Sound-Peter Gabriel, Elton John)
- John Jorgenson (Hellecasters, Desert Rose Band, Elton John)
- Liberty DeVito (drummer, Bill Joel Band)
- Bobby Mayo (keyboards, guitar,…Peter Frampton, Hall & Oates)
- Mark Rivera (saxophonist for Foreigner, Billy Joel, Ringo Starr’s All-star Band)
- Jimmy Hunter (Village People, Ray Manzurek, Flo & Eddie-Producer-Cazador)
- Bob Conti (percussionist for Donna Summer, Diana Ross and Jose Feliciano)
- Rocket Ritchotte (guitarist, Steppin Wolf, David Lee Roth, Lou Gramm)
- Chris Pinnick (guitarist, Chicago and solo artist)
- Paul Ventimiglia (Miramar recording artist)
- ABC Television---Disney Studios--- Lucas Films
- The Inheritance (Upside Out Records)
- Iron Butterfly
- The Captain and Tennille
- Brian Doerksen
- Steve Archer
- Julie Budd
- Gianni Bella
- David Harris (producer, composer)
- Pete Doherty (singer, Libertians, Baby Shambles)
- Celso Valli (producer for Eros Ramazzatti)
- Rick Astley
- Kiki Dee
- David Sneddon (U.K. Pop Idol Award Winner-number #1 single)
- Ryan Malcolm (Canadian Idol Winner-number #1 album)
- The Craft (Columbia Records-Soundtrack recording)
- Lauren Wood
- John Debney……………(film score composer)
- Mark and Brian (KLOS morning show Superstars)
- 1992 MTV Music Video Awards..Elton John
- 67th Academy Awards-1995..Elton John
- 1995 Brit Awards..Elton John
- 1995 A.P.L.A. Commitment To Life..All Artists
- Top of the Pops-1995..Elton John
- Conan O’Brian-1997..Elton John
- Jay Leno-1997..Elton John
- David Letterman-1995..Elton John
- Planet Hollywood (opening—Rodeo Drive-1995)..Elton John
- Dreamworks-Eldorado “The Lost City”
- Pat Leonard (producer for Rod Stewart, Bryan Adams, Madonna, Jewel)
- W.G. Snuffy Walden (guitarist, ABC TV music composer)
- 20th Century Fox-Scored series “King of the Hill”. Episode “King of the Anthill”
- South Park “Chef Aid” Album, Producer, Rick Rubin (platinum)
- Played on the Biggest Selling Single of All time “Candle in the Wind 97”
- 1998 Nobel Peace Prize Awards (from Oslo, Norway)
- 1998 Top Grossing Tour of the Year “Elton John, Big Picture” $46.2 million
- 1999 VH1 Diva’s Concert (Live) played for Tina Turner, Cher, LeAnn Rimes, And Sir Elton John, available on CD, DVD, and VHS
- 2000 Nickelodeon “Road to Eldorado”
- 2000 VH1 “Road to Eldorado”
- 2000 42nd Annual Grammy Awards
- Jay Leno March 13, 2000..Elton John
- The Replacements..Warner Brothers.....writer and performer..(FONT 48)
- The Scorpion King..Universal Studios…Sound Track and CD Soundtrack
- ABC TV’s Spin City..performance on opening theme 2000 season
- Elton John’s One Night Only..CD(Universal)...TV special(CBS)..Live at MSG
- 2001 Top of the Pops 2..Elton John
- 2001 BBC 2 Radio Live Show..Elton John
- 2002 BBC Live at the Royal Opera House..Elton John
- 2002 Carousel of Hope..Elton John
- Elton John’s Greatest Hits 1970-2002..Elton John
- A&E Live By Request..Elton John
- Regis and Kelly 2002..Elton John
- Jay Leno 2002..Elton John
- Jay Leno 2003..Elton John
- David Letterman 2003..Elton John
- Yamaha Tribute To Elton John..Namm Arrowhead Pond 2003
- Pop Ideal Finals Show..Elton John-January 1, 2004
- NFL Kickoff 2004 Gillette Stadium..Elton John
- Royal Variety Performance 2004..Elton John
- Jools Holland Later November 2004..Elton John
- Jonathan Ross November 2004..Elton John
- David Letterman Feb 2005..Elton John
- Larry King Feb 2005..Elton John
- Jay Leno March 1, 2005..Elton John
- Live 8, Hyde Park, London July 2, 2005..Elton John
- Philadelphia Freedom Concert July 4, 2005..Elton John
- The Big Apple-Concert for Katrina, 2005..Elton John
- The Red Piano (NBC) 2005..Elton John
- Country Music Awards 2005..Elton John/Dolly Parton
- Fashion Rocks (CBS) 2006..Elton John
- ATT/Blue Room 2006..Elton John
- Parkinson (ITV) 2006..Elton John
- BBC 2 Concert Special 2006..Elton John
- Concert For Diana Wembley 2006..Elton John
- B.B.King 80 2005 48th Grammy Winner..B.B. King
- Juno Awards 2007..Best Contemporary Chistian Album....Brian Doerksen
- David Letterman 2011..Elton John and Leon Russell
- Gnomeo and Juliet 2011..Elton John..Disney..Movie Soundtrack and CD