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“Through growing as an artist, more and more changes must be made in order to eventually find something that clicks.” That is a quote from award-winning producer, David Bendeth. Hello, I’m Alyson Grywalsky. Here is an introduction of guitarist, songwriter, and former A&R executive, David Bendeth, and his outstanding production work. Born on June 17, 1954 David Bendeth first started his music career as a teenager working at a record store in England and playing in a local band. He went on to create the hit single, “Feel the Rain in 1980” and released three albums—“80’s Adrenalin”, “82’s Just Dessert”, and “83’s the Bendeth Band”. After his album releases, Bendeth became a staff producer for CBS/Sony Canada. He then became a songwriter for Chrysalis Music and wrote songs for Joe Cocker and Jeff Beck. He was rewarded with a senior vice president/staff producer A&R job for RCA Records in New York. In 2003, David became an independent producer, mixer, and writer. The following is an example of one of Bendeth’s produced records, “RIOT!” by Paramore, which he produced in 2007. Here is “Crushcrushcrush”. Listen to the great guitar pieces, Hayley William’s stunning vocals, and the propelling helicopter sounds in the distance. (first clip played)
	 In 1987, Bendeth moved to New York to be an A&R executive for CBS International but soon moved back to Canada to become the vice president A&R for BMG Canada. There he signed acts for Cowboy Junkies, Charlie Major, Treble Charger, and more. In 2002, Bendeth oversaw the “Elvis Presley 30 #1 Hits” record and was able to produce, mix, and engineer the album. It sold 14 million copies worldwide and was rated #1 in 27 countries.
	In 2009, Bendeth worked with Breaking Benjamin for the fifth time to create their album “Dear Agony”. Listen to the sad and bitter emotions in the song, “Dear Agony”, given in the electric guitar note sequences and the angry sounding second electric guitar and drum set. (second clip played)
	Next is a song from a band called Search the City. “Clocks and Time Pieces” is a track from their only album, “A Fire So Big the Heavens Can See It”, produced in 2008. Listen to Bendeth’s work here as Josh Frost and the other band members smoothly perform this delightful and somewhat soothing song. (third song played)
	In all, David Bendeth has produced more than 80 albums and sold over 60 million records. His talent is undeniable. I am convinced that he has produced something virtually every rock fan can enjoy from Elvis Presley, Emery, All Time Low, Paramore, (as mentioned in this podcast) and many, many more. Thanks for listening.


The Amazing David Bendeth Podcast

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