Don Was
Born: 1952-09-13
Birthplace: Detroit, Michigan USA
Biography
Don Edward Fagenson, known professionally as Don Was, is an American musician, record producer, music director, film composer, documentary filmmaker and radio host. Since 2011, he has also served as president of the American jazz label Blue Note Records.
Known For
A Star Is Born
Hope Floats
Danny Collins
The Freshman
The Night That Changed America: A Grammy Salute to the Beatles
The Country Bears
Backbeat
The Beach Boys
Life Is a Carnival: A Musical Celebration of Robbie Robertson
Brian Wilson: Long Promised Road
Top Movie Credits
A Star Is Born
Super Group Bassist / Leader
Hope Floats
Executive Music Producer
Danny Collins
Danny's Band
The Freshman
Guitarist for Gourmet Club Party Band (uncredited)
The Country Bears
Self
Backbeat
Original Music Composer
The Beach Boys
Self