Hi! I'm a writer and voice actor in Los Angeles. I've always loved to sing, but I didn't become a songwriter until after my daughter was born and inspiration struck like never before.  Fifteen of the songs on this page are for and about her, but any parent will find their own experience in them. I hope you enjoy them. Please visit www.music4parents.com if you'd like a copy, and thanks for supporting an independent artist!  :)

Rick Balentine is an award-winning composer and producer whose music has become a signature force across film, television, and media. With over 40 years of experience in musical storytelling, Balentine is known for blending expressive orchestral writing with modern electronic textures, creating powerful, emotionally charged scores that elevate every frame they accompany.

His work spans a wide range of genres—from sweeping dramas and character-driven stories to pulse-pounding thrillers, supernatural worlds, western epics, and political sci-fi narratives. Balentine’s scores are defined by memorable themes, bold sonic architecture, and an instinctive ability to amplify narrative tension, heart, and atmosphere.

Rick’s diverse portfolio includes acclaimed work on the award-winning western Going Home, the supernatural thriller In Tenebras, the dark comedic drama The Kahiki 3 and Me, as well as expansive series and film projects in development, including Iron Legacy, Karma Reign, The Days of Man, Violet Requiem, Signal Lost, and Project Ascension. His compositions range from intimate solo performances to full-scale cinematic soundscapes, each crafted with meticulous attention to emotional depth and storytelling precision.

Beyond composing, Rick is the founder and creative force behind Temple Gate Films, LLC and Temple Gate Distribution, where he continues to shape and score high-profile projects internationally. His collaborative approach, musical versatility, and passion for narrative-driven scoring have earned him a respected place among today’s most dynamic screen composers.

Whether crafting a haunting horror motif, a sweeping orchestral theme, or a hard-hitting action cue, Rick Balentine brings unmatched creativity, clarity, and emotional intelligence to every project—delivering music that resonates long after the story ends.

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