Mickie Most

Music producer and hitmaker

Mickie Most - Music producer and hitmaker
Born

June 20th, 1938
86 years ago

Died

2003
22 years ago — 65 years old

Category

Artists & Creatives

Country

United Kingdom

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A prominent music producer recognized for producing a string of successful recordings in the 1960s and 1970s. Involved with acts such as The Animals, Hermans Hermits, and Lulu, contributing to their chart-topping hits. Established a reputation for crafting melodies that resonated with the pop audience of the era. Launched a notable career in the music industry with innovative production techniques that influenced future generations. Also founded his own label, which further solidified his place in the music scene.

Produced hits for The Animals and Hermans Hermits

Created the chart-topping song 'I'm Into Something Good' for Hermans Hermits

Founded the music label RAK Records

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