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Meet The Team
Leading the production music industry
Graham Peacock
Director, Legal & Finance
Graham has acquired an immense wealth of experience having worked in music for more than 40 years. During his formative years in the industry he built and ran studios in the UK and West Indies, frequented by Ozzy Osbourne, Siouxie and The Banshees and Motörhead before touring as a musician, tour manager and sound engineer for many hugely successful acts such as Eternal, Dead Can Dance and Moloko.
Graham eventually became the manager for the multi-platinum duo Moloko, remaining in this capacity until their split in 2004, and continuing to manage Roisin Murphy’s career until 2009, earning multiple gold and platinum discs in the process.
Graham’s connections and knowledge have found him consulting on business & career development as well as to festivals such as The Isle Of Wight and Cornbury. Graham’s live and studio mixing expertise and A&R experience make him an invaluable member of the HPM team.
Graham has acquired an immense wealth of experience having worked in music for more than 40 years. During his formative years in the industry he built and ran studios in the UK and West Indies, frequented by Ozzy Osbourne, Siouxie and The Banshees and Motörhead before touring as a musician, tour manager and sound engineer for many hugely successful acts such as Eternal, Dead Can Dance and Moloko.
Graham eventually became the manager for the multi-platinum duo Moloko, remaining in this capacity until their split in 2004, and continuing to manage Roisin Murphy’s career until 2009, earning multiple gold and platinum discs in the process.
Graham’s connections and knowledge have found him consulting on business & career development as well as to festivals such as The Isle Of Wight and Cornbury. Graham’s live and studio mixing expertise and A&R experience make him an invaluable member of the HPM team.
Phil Williams
Director, Artists & Repertoire
Phil is a second generation bassist who has featured on a staggering number of musical projects and production works during his celebrated career as a freelance professional.
Phil has worked with a broad range of well known artists across the music business such as Keith Emerson, Tony Hadley, Rick Wakeman, Go West, Rick Astley, Mica Paris, Gary Barlow, Belinda Carlisle, Jimmy Somerville and Midge Ure in both live and studio scenarios.
During many years of live and studio work Phil has gained a keen understanding of the subtle human connections and performance interactions that create music which stands out. When you consider the combination of 40 years studio experience with Phil’s modern recording setup and techniques the immense benefits he brings to HPM’s business and music catalogue becomes clear.
Phil is a second generation bassist who has featured on a staggering number of musical projects and production works during his celebrated career as a freelance professional.
Phil has worked with a broad range of well known artists across the music business such as Keith Emerson, Tony Hadley, Rick Wakeman, Go West, Rick Astley, Mica Paris, Gary Barlow, Belinda Carlisle, Jimmy Somerville and Midge Ure in both live and studio scenarios.
During many years of live and studio work Phil has gained a keen understanding of the subtle human connections and performance interactions that create music which stands out. When you consider the combination of 40 years studio experience with Phil’s modern recording setup and techniques the immense benefits he brings to HPM’s business and music catalogue becomes clear.
Justin Swadling
Director, Mastering & Operations
Justin is a world class session musician who has appeared live and recorded with over 50 of the biggest names in the industry that include: Candi Staton, The Temptations, Holly Johnson, Rick Wakeman, ABC, Jason Donovan, Bonnie Tyler, Jocelyn Brown, Odyssey, Archie Bell and the Drells, Tiffany and Nick Heyward.
On tour Justin has performed at many of the most prestigious music venues and festivals in the UK and around the world in over 30 countries from small music venues to stadiums. He has also performed live and pre-recorded television for shows such as Proms in the Park, This Morning and The One Show.
After leaving music college Justin begun not only a journey as a performer but also as a celebrated composer that would later result in many works being recorded for film and television.
Justin is a world class session musician who has appeared live and recorded with over 50 of the biggest names in the industry that include: Candi Staton, The Temptations, Holly Johnson, Rick Wakeman, ABC, Jason Donovan, Bonnie Tyler, Jocelyn Brown, Odyssey, Archie Bell and the Drells, Tiffany and Nick Heyward.
On tour Justin has performed at many of the most prestigious music venues and festivals in the UK and around the world in over 30 countries from small music venues to stadiums. He has also performed live and pre-recorded television for shows such as Proms in the Park, This Morning and The One Show.
After leaving music college Justin begun not only a journey as a performer but also as a celebrated composer that would later result in many works being recorded for film and television.
Jake Bradford-Sharp
Producer/Composer
Jake Bradford-Sharp is an English musician, composer & musical educator from London. A technically proficient artist, Jake spans the fields of composing music for TV & film, session work, live shows, & tutoring.
Jake's ability on the drum kit extended his intrigue and love of progressive and experimental music. Immersing himself in the sophisticated style, Jake joined his first band at the age of 15, where he honed his craft on the touring circuit.
He quickly fell in love with the art of composition, and his ability to flit between styles & genres effortlessly affords him a unique & recognisable signature sound. As his experience progresses, Jake has established his unique take on Electro Swing, which in turn furthered his compositional skills in other genres. His latest work, Trigger Warning, is an example of the many different musical textures Jake can create.
Teaching is a passion of Jake's and he's a tutor at Bang Drum School, in London. Jake is an active session musician & has been hired to work at some of the world's most prestigious recording studios.
Jake was voted “5th Best Drummer of 2010” by Prog Magazine & is an official endorsee of Los Cabos Drumsticks.
Jake Bradford-Sharp is an English musician, composer & musical educator from London. A technically proficient artist, Jake spans the fields of composing music for TV & film, session work, live shows, & tutoring.
Jake's ability on the drum kit extended his intrigue and love of progressive and experimental music. Immersing himself in the sophisticated style, Jake joined his first band at the age of 15, where he honed his craft on the touring circuit.
He quickly fell in love with the art of composition, and his ability to flit between styles & genres effortlessly affords him a unique & recognisable signature sound. As his experience progresses, Jake has established his unique take on Electro Swing, which in turn furthered his compositional skills in other genres. His latest work, Trigger Warning, is an example of the many different musical textures Jake can create.
Teaching is a passion of Jake's and he's a tutor at Bang Drum School, in London. Jake is an active session musician & has been hired to work at some of the world's most prestigious recording studios.
Jake was voted “5th Best Drummer of 2010” by Prog Magazine & is an official endorsee of Los Cabos Drumsticks.
Drum Audio UK
Producer/Composer
Drum Audio UK was created and founded by Hayley Cramer (#5 rock drummer Modern Drummer magazine 2019) and Siân Monaghan (AMA-UK Instrumentalist of the year 2020) with the support of the Arts Council England.
Having both navigated successful careers in their field over multiple genres, Hayley and Siân thought it time they joined forces to put all of their experience (and equipment!) in one place. All drum and percussion tracks are recorded at their North London studio. Together they create endless drum and percussion options for a wide range of artists both in the studio and live.
Hayley and Siân are delighted to be working with Hidden Production Music for the release of their upcoming percussion album.
Drum Audio UK was created and founded by Hayley Cramer (#5 rock drummer Modern Drummer magazine 2019) and Siân Monaghan (AMA-UK Instrumentalist of the year 2020) with the support of the Arts Council England.
Having both navigated successful careers in their field over multiple genres, Hayley and Siân thought it time they joined forces to put all of their experience (and equipment!) in one place. All drum and percussion tracks are recorded at their North London studio. Together they create endless drum and percussion options for a wide range of artists both in the studio and live.
Hayley and Siân are delighted to be working with Hidden Production Music for the release of their upcoming percussion album.
Mike Relf
Producer/Composer
Michael J Relf is a performer, author, and educator from the South Coast of the U.K. He has now performed as a session musician in over 20 Countries (from Europe to China) as a Guitarist, Keyboard player and Vocalist. Most notably with Sony’s signing, Kelvin Jones (from 2015-2020). Although having co-writing and session credits in the pop/rock arena, his interest in creative improvisational music moved him to study privately with players including Nir Felder, Mike Outram, Chris Montague and Ariel Posen. Since his first paid gig at the age of 14, he has released independent instrumental music as well as singer/song-writer material (under the name No More Bliss) and has also produced albums and EP’s for other artists.
Michael has also authored a series of books (the Electric Guitar Workbooks & Pentatonic Pathways) and has been an examiner for the international grading panel RSL for 12 years (also being a part of their internal training systems), offering a deep and detailed understanding of many instruments and musical genres. He also currently lectures at the Bournemouth Academy of Modern Music whilst also teaching privately. His passion remains with the guitar and most recent sessions involve the slide, although he is regarded for his creativity and larger musical overview. Current projects include writing for library, the MJRT Trio collective, more No More Bliss releases and other ongoing session commitments.
Michael J Relf is a performer, author, and educator from the South Coast of the U.K. He has now performed as a session musician in over 20 Countries (from Europe to China) as a Guitarist, Keyboard player and Vocalist. Most notably with Sony’s signing, Kelvin Jones (from 2015-2020). Although having co-writing and session credits in the pop/rock arena, his interest in creative improvisational music moved him to study privately with players including Nir Felder, Mike Outram, Chris Montague and Ariel Posen. Since his first paid gig at the age of 14, he has released independent instrumental music as well as singer/song-writer material (under the name No More Bliss) and has also produced albums and EP’s for other artists.
Michael has also authored a series of books (the Electric Guitar Workbooks & Pentatonic Pathways) and has been an examiner for the international grading panel RSL for 12 years (also being a part of their internal training systems), offering a deep and detailed understanding of many instruments and musical genres. He also currently lectures at the Bournemouth Academy of Modern Music whilst also teaching privately. His passion remains with the guitar and most recent sessions involve the slide, although he is regarded for his creativity and larger musical overview. Current projects include writing for library, the MJRT Trio collective, more No More Bliss releases and other ongoing session commitments.
Oleksandra Shevchenko
Producer/Composer
Oleksandra Shevchenko is a Ukrainian producer and film composer with a background in classical piano. Currently residing in the Netherlands, Oleksandra is pursuing a degree in composition for film and theatre at ArtEZ university of the arts. She specialises in creating ambient worlds of synths, textures and soundscapes as well as writing atmospheric piano music. One of the latest movies Oleksandra scored won multiple awards at international film festivals including Best Feature Movie and Best Sound.
Oleksandra Shevchenko is a Ukrainian producer and film composer with a background in classical piano. Currently residing in the Netherlands, Oleksandra is pursuing a degree in composition for film and theatre at ArtEZ university of the arts. She specialises in creating ambient worlds of synths, textures and soundscapes as well as writing atmospheric piano music. One of the latest movies Oleksandra scored won multiple awards at international film festivals including Best Feature Movie and Best Sound.
Jon Spanyol
Producer/Composer
Graduating from the Royal College of Music in 2006, Jon Spanyol has composed music for a large number of clients across the Film, TV and Games industries, alongside working closely with a variety of songwriters as an arranger and producer.
Recent commissions include menu music for a BAFTA award-winning game series for Sony PlayStation, a bespoke jazz piano composition for a primetime Channel 4 TV show and contributing to horn arrangements for official remixes of tracks by Sam Smith, London Grammar & Protoje.
He has written a large number of production music albums in a wide variety of styles, from Einaudi-style solo piano to New Orleans brass, tracks from which have been used across the world on major television channels such as BBC1, ITV, NBA and Sky Sports.
Graduating from the Royal College of Music in 2006, Jon Spanyol has composed music for a large number of clients across the Film, TV and Games industries, alongside working closely with a variety of songwriters as an arranger and producer.
Recent commissions include menu music for a BAFTA award-winning game series for Sony PlayStation, a bespoke jazz piano composition for a primetime Channel 4 TV show and contributing to horn arrangements for official remixes of tracks by Sam Smith, London Grammar & Protoje.
He has written a large number of production music albums in a wide variety of styles, from Einaudi-style solo piano to New Orleans brass, tracks from which have been used across the world on major television channels such as BBC1, ITV, NBA and Sky Sports.
Joe Rodwell
Producer/Composer
Joe is a composer, producer and session musician who has worked across a number of different genres for a huge number of different clients. As an instrumentalist he has recorded and arranged music for the likes of Shy FX, Craig David, Tom Grennan, Sigala and JP Cooper to name a few.
As a composer his work has been featured on countless shows and events across the world and more recently providing music for Netflix's Bridgerton, Aston Martin's 'moment' at Goodwood festival of speed, and a nationwide Sodastream advert featuring Michael Buble.
His production music albums span many styles including big and small band jazz, string led music for documentaries, funk, reggae, and synth heavy productions. Recent syncs include MTV's Ru Pauls' Drag Race, C5s Warship: Life at Sea, and ITV's Ant and Dec's Saturday Night Takeaway.
Joe is a composer, producer and session musician who has worked across a number of different genres for a huge number of different clients. As an instrumentalist he has recorded and arranged music for the likes of Shy FX, Craig David, Tom Grennan, Sigala and JP Cooper to name a few.
As a composer his work has been featured on countless shows and events across the world and more recently providing music for Netflix's Bridgerton, Aston Martin's 'moment' at Goodwood festival of speed, and a nationwide Sodastream advert featuring Michael Buble.
His production music albums span many styles including big and small band jazz, string led music for documentaries, funk, reggae, and synth heavy productions. Recent syncs include MTV's Ru Pauls' Drag Race, C5s Warship: Life at Sea, and ITV's Ant and Dec's Saturday Night Takeaway.
Gareth Young
Producer/Composer
Gareth Young is a sound designer and composer with production credits spanning documentaries, commercials and award winning short films.
Gareth is also one half of experimental beat makers Jewellers, whose work spans five albums, several remixes and collaborations. Growing up in Newport, Wales, Gareth immersed himself into music from a young age, eventually becoming a self taught guitarist and a keen collaborator with like minded creatives.
With a background in Fine Art and a masters in Film Sound, Gareth continues to work with his passion of sound, music and film and has ensured that experimenting is always at the forefront of his productions.
Gareth Young is a sound designer and composer with production credits spanning documentaries, commercials and award winning short films.
Gareth is also one half of experimental beat makers Jewellers, whose work spans five albums, several remixes and collaborations. Growing up in Newport, Wales, Gareth immersed himself into music from a young age, eventually becoming a self taught guitarist and a keen collaborator with like minded creatives.
With a background in Fine Art and a masters in Film Sound, Gareth continues to work with his passion of sound, music and film and has ensured that experimenting is always at the forefront of his productions.
Vinzenz Benjamin
Producer/Composer
London based bass player, producer and musical director Vinzenz Benjamin has been a part of the UK music scene for over 20 years. Vin is regularly being called upon for his experience and creative skills as a producer as well as his professional input as a musical director and session musician.
Over the last two decades Vin has worked extensively in the studio and on stage internationally with artists such as Go West, Holly Johnson, Sister Sledge, Cutting Crew, Rick Astley, ABC, Tony Hadley, Kim Wilde, Nik Kershaw, Paul Young, T’Pau, Jason Donovan, Belinda Carlisle and many more.
London based bass player, producer and musical director Vinzenz Benjamin has been a part of the UK music scene for over 20 years. Vin is regularly being called upon for his experience and creative skills as a producer as well as his professional input as a musical director and session musician.
Over the last two decades Vin has worked extensively in the studio and on stage internationally with artists such as Go West, Holly Johnson, Sister Sledge, Cutting Crew, Rick Astley, ABC, Tony Hadley, Kim Wilde, Nik Kershaw, Paul Young, T’Pau, Jason Donovan, Belinda Carlisle and many more.
Chris Burgess
Producer/Composer
Chris is a composer and producer currently delivering music to theatre, film and television from his studio in Essex. When he’s not working on bespoke projects he can be found in orchestra pits in the west end of London and on stage productions throughout the UK.
Chris has the technical skills needed for everything involved with arranging and large scale orchestration having produced for a variety of musical scenarios including funk and rare groove tracks for Hidden Production Music, children’s television themes and commercial pop tunes. He is also an in demand pro dummer with 35 years gigging experience under his belt.
Chris is a composer and producer currently delivering music to theatre, film and television from his studio in Essex. When he’s not working on bespoke projects he can be found in orchestra pits in the west end of London and on stage productions throughout the UK.
Chris has the technical skills needed for everything involved with arranging and large scale orchestration having produced for a variety of musical scenarios including funk and rare groove tracks for Hidden Production Music, children’s television themes and commercial pop tunes. He is also an in demand pro dummer with 35 years gigging experience under his belt.
Zane Maertens
Producer/Composer
Zane started his instrumental education in Spain experimenting with different guitar and bass styles that included spanish, classical and jazz.
Zane is a master of many instruments that include the banjo, acoustic guitar, electric guitar, electric and upright bass.
His musical influences include Paco de Lucia, Django Rhinehart, George Benson and the late Jaco Pastorius.
In addition to working as a busy first call session musician internationally Zane has worked in many other roles within the music industry from backing artists to luxury cruise liners, theatre and tour production.
Zane is an integral part of the HPM family having contributed greatly to the rich quality of music contained within our catalogue. We are extremely excited to have such a talented musician and producer.
Zane started his instrumental education in Spain experimenting with different guitar and bass styles that included spanish, classical and jazz.
Zane is a master of many instruments that include the banjo, acoustic guitar, electric guitar, electric and upright bass.
His musical influences include Paco de Lucia, Django Rhinehart, George Benson and the late Jaco Pastorius.
In addition to working as a busy first call session musician internationally Zane has worked in many other roles within the music industry from backing artists to luxury cruise liners, theatre and tour production.
Zane is an integral part of the HPM family having contributed greatly to the rich quality of music contained within our catalogue. We are extremely excited to have such a talented musician and producer.
Art Lewy
Producer/Composer
As a guitarist, Art Lewy has toured the world extensively, performing concerts, recording and pondering life's absurdities with artists including Lenny Kravitz, Tina Turner, The Watts Prophets, Nene Cherry, DJ Rap and Guy Chambers to name but a few.
As a composer, his music can be heard regularly around the globe on T.V. channels, as well as on film, documentary, radio and anywhere music might be played.
He has a passionate personality, a curiosity to explore music in all its aspects and to experiment with new ideas, thereby expanding his musical vocabulary and versatility.
Art's other interests include magic, Laurel & Hardy, Chaplin, comedy, photography and having a good laugh.
As a guitarist, Art Lewy has toured the world extensively, performing concerts, recording and pondering life's absurdities with artists including Lenny Kravitz, Tina Turner, The Watts Prophets, Nene Cherry, DJ Rap and Guy Chambers to name but a few.
As a composer, his music can be heard regularly around the globe on T.V. channels, as well as on film, documentary, radio and anywhere music might be played.
He has a passionate personality, a curiosity to explore music in all its aspects and to experiment with new ideas, thereby expanding his musical vocabulary and versatility.
Art's other interests include magic, Laurel & Hardy, Chaplin, comedy, photography and having a good laugh.
Ed Williams
Producer/Composer
Ed is very much in his element working from his West London studio shipping drum audio to remote clients around the globe. Ed’s studio boasts an impressive collection of drum hardware and microphone choice that allows him to tailor recordings according to each project.
Since establishing his park royal studio in 2013, Ed has built an impressive reputation for consistent and high quality audio products, making him a popular supplier to producers and recording artists.
His extensive experience has seen him working with many top artists and producers, including Scott James (Manic Street Preachers), Pete Cunnah (D:Ream), Nick Heyward (Haircut 100) and Steve Lyon (Paul McCartney, Depeche Mode), among many others.
Ed has produced several products for the Hidden Production Music catalogue and introduced some ingenious and groundbreaking compositions to the production music world.
Ed is very much in his element working from his West London studio shipping drum audio to remote clients around the globe. Ed’s studio boasts an impressive collection of drum hardware and microphone choice that allows him to tailor recordings according to each project.
Since establishing his park royal studio in 2013, Ed has built an impressive reputation for consistent and high quality audio products, making him a popular supplier to producers and recording artists.
His extensive experience has seen him working with many top artists and producers, including Scott James (Manic Street Preachers), Pete Cunnah (D:Ream), Nick Heyward (Haircut 100) and Steve Lyon (Paul McCartney, Depeche Mode), among many others.
Ed has produced several products for the Hidden Production Music catalogue and introduced some ingenious and groundbreaking compositions to the production music world.
Simon Pinto
Producer/Composer
A former 'Guitarist of the Year', Simon plays guitar, drums and bass, and has been working for years in the session world and has also completed an extensive range of soundtrack work for television, radio, film and the games industries. He has worked, recorded and written with Brian May, Mariah Carey, Shakira, Sam Smith, Uriah Heep, Peter Andre, B*Witched, Steps, Angel Witch and Pop Idols amongst many others.
A former 'Guitarist of the Year', Simon plays guitar, drums and bass, and has been working for years in the session world and has also completed an extensive range of soundtrack work for television, radio, film and the games industries. He has worked, recorded and written with Brian May, Mariah Carey, Shakira, Sam Smith, Uriah Heep, Peter Andre, B*Witched, Steps, Angel Witch and Pop Idols amongst many others.
Malcolm James
Producer/Composer
Malcolm is an extremely accomplished guitarist. His natural inbuilt musicality allows him to cover keyboards, bass and drums with ease. He has been writing and producing film scores and all genres of music from his small studio in Sussex. As well as live performance work with many bands and artists over the years, he has also concentrated on honing his technical skills, working as a front of house live engineer on many projects worldwide. Malcolm’s superb musical skills and attention to detail can be heard on our Orchestral Soundscapes album. He has a unique grasp of studio technology, analogy and digital and an ear for the detail we require with our library products at HPM. We are extremely excited to have him as one of our in-house writers. And will be using his skills both musical and technical, to expand our catalogue in the coming years.
Malcolm is an extremely accomplished guitarist. His natural inbuilt musicality allows him to cover keyboards, bass and drums with ease. He has been writing and producing film scores and all genres of music from his small studio in Sussex. As well as live performance work with many bands and artists over the years, he has also concentrated on honing his technical skills, working as a front of house live engineer on many projects worldwide. Malcolm’s superb musical skills and attention to detail can be heard on our Orchestral Soundscapes album. He has a unique grasp of studio technology, analogy and digital and an ear for the detail we require with our library products at HPM. We are extremely excited to have him as one of our in-house writers. And will be using his skills both musical and technical, to expand our catalogue in the coming years.
Ant Clark
Producer/Composer
Anthony has worked in the music business for forty years as a composer, singer songwriter, producer, arranger, keyboard player, guitarist and vocalist.
He has scored and composed music for BBC, ITV, Channel 4, CITV, Dunhill, FIFA, Sky TV, and NEC.
He was signed to Peer Music UK as a songwriter in the 1990’s
and has worked in the studio, onstage, and on TV and radio with many artists, writers and producers including Status Quo, Sir Rod Stewart, Sir Cliff Richard, Keith Reid (Procol Harum) Rick Astley, Sir Elton John, Nick Heyward, ABC, Belinda Carlise, Ladysmith Black Mambazo, Peter Andre, Then Jerico, T’Pau, Barry Manilow, Odyssey, Tina Barrett, E17, Gabriella Cilmi, Errol Brown, (Hot Chocolate), The Bay City Rollers, Hans Zimmer, Gus Dudgeon, Alan Tarney, Graham Lyle, Jim Diamond, Tina Arena, Maxi Priest & Louise Setara.
Anthony has worked in the music business for forty years as a composer, singer songwriter, producer, arranger, keyboard player, guitarist and vocalist.
He has scored and composed music for BBC, ITV, Channel 4, CITV, Dunhill, FIFA, Sky TV, and NEC.
He was signed to Peer Music UK as a songwriter in the 1990’s
and has worked in the studio, onstage, and on TV and radio with many artists, writers and producers including Status Quo, Sir Rod Stewart, Sir Cliff Richard, Keith Reid (Procol Harum) Rick Astley, Sir Elton John, Nick Heyward, ABC, Belinda Carlise, Ladysmith Black Mambazo, Peter Andre, Then Jerico, T’Pau, Barry Manilow, Odyssey, Tina Barrett, E17, Gabriella Cilmi, Errol Brown, (Hot Chocolate), The Bay City Rollers, Hans Zimmer, Gus Dudgeon, Alan Tarney, Graham Lyle, Jim Diamond, Tina Arena, Maxi Priest & Louise Setara.
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