Mike Post
Composer of 'Hill Street Blues' theme
Born
September 29th, 1944
81 years ago
Category
Artists & Creatives
Country
United States
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An accomplished American composer and producer, recognized for contributions to television music. Created the iconic theme for the series 'Hill Street Blues', which won multiple Emmy Awards. Composed music for various other shows including 'The Rockford Files' and 'Magnum, P.I.'. Worked extensively in scoring television productions and contributed to the development of soundtracks in the industry.
Composed the theme for 'Hill Street Blues'
Worked on music for 'The Rockford Files'
Contributed to 'Magnum, P.I.'
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