Amadeus (record producer)

Amadeus
Birth name Antwan Thompson
Born Bronx, New York City, New York, United States
Genres Hip Hop, R&B, Pop, Gospel
Occupation(s) Record producer, Songwriter, Music Director, Musician, Motivational Public Speaker
Labels Platinum Boy Music Inc. Bad Boy Worldwide, Trey Songz Productions, Atlantic Records

Amadeus, The CEO of Platinum Boy Music Inc. Multi-Platinum BadBoy/Hitmen Record Producer, & Trey Songz's Musical Director/Tour Drummer)

Amadeus has produced for over sixty artist thus far, ranging from Jennifer Lopez, French Montana, Trey Songz, Chris Brown, 50 Cent, Justin Bieber, Fabolous, T.I, Young Jeezy, Tyga, Keyshia Cole, Wale, Busta Rhymes, just to name a few. Has produced & scores music for BET, VH1, Burger King, Sprite, EA Sports & ESPN created the last two theme songs for ESPN's First Take show alongside Maybach Music Group Artists Wale & Stalley. His relentless work ethic has set him apart from his many other peers within the music industry.

In addition to being considered a "Super Producer", Amadeus is also a professional drummer & music director to Atlantic Records Multi-Platinum recording artist Trey Songz. Amadeus is truly passionate about giving back, motivating & inspiring people to believe in themselves & their dreams and doing whatever it takes in a positive manner to see their dreams become a reality.

Early life and career

The attractive intersection of E 169 Street and Washington Avenue in Bronx, New York lured countless young men into unfit committed relationships with its corners. Producer/Music Director/Executive Antwan “Amadeus” Thompson, Chief Executive Officer of Platinum Boy Music Inc., was the one who got away.

Thompson's parents forebode him from getting close with the landmark, a protective gesture he didn't agree with at the time. Today, Thompson has built a success-filled, multi-platinum selling career thanks to his productive commitment to creating music. He understands his parents keeping him from that cross-section allowed him to span the globe, achieving a great deal more than territorial street credibility.

To the recording industry Thompson is always posted at the intersection of personal and professional respect, coupled with bankable audio mastery, it’s the reason he is one of the most sought-after producers in the recording industry today. “Creating music for the world is one of the most exciting accomplishments for me, and just seeing people love and appreciate your music,” he says.

The best artists and companies today express their love and appreciation for Thompson by making his service their top choice. Emmy-winning sports television network ESPN enlisted him to score their top rated Monday Night Football broadcasts. Thompson also produced the theme for their acclaimed daytime program, First Take, which stars popular analysts Stephen A. Smith and Skip Bayless. Maybach Music Group recording artist Wale performs the lyrics to Thompson’s score.

Thompson’s extensive list of production credits reads much like closing credits of a major cinematic release. Popularly known as Amadeus, his globally recognized pseudonym (reminiscent of late Austrian composer Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart) is further representation of his creative and artistic musical merit. A number of notable recording artists – including Jennifer Lopez, Chris Brown, Justin Bieber, Talib Kweli, Tyga, and The Game – have found his work attractive. To achieve the sound they desire, top artists find it imperative to intersect with Thompson.

“I appreciate the fact that [the artists] appreciate my gift and the music that I create,” Thompson says. “It starts with [all of] them. If they never liked what they heard you wouldn't have any songs produced by Amadeus.”

Raised in church, Thompson absorbed the seismic energy of hand clapping and foot stomping. He quickly realized percussion was his calling, so he answered with drum lessons and natural ability. Engaging the instrument caused his earth to quake. “All of my musical gifts and talents are God-given, it’s up to me to nurture it and practice in order to enhance my abilities as a producer and musician,” he says. “In everything you do there will be trial and error. In order for you to succeed you must make a few mistakes before you get it right.”

Right for Thompson was becoming a professional drummer and music producer, being of sound business savvy is where he would begin to shake things up. In 2000 he launched Platinum Boy Music, his own production and recording imprint. As its CEO his behind the scenes goals for his brand were simple: “Make great music and make great shows so everyone recognizes the passion I have for creating and playing music.”

Since 2007 Thompson has been Music Director and lead drummer for R&B superstar Trey Songz, a position which exponentially expands his reach. Touring nationally and internationally his role requires even more responsibility and accountability than a producer’s general expectation of properly meshing sounds using rhythmic timing.

When not constructing music Thompson makes time to build confidence through motivational speaking engagements. “During my career thus far, I’ve had the opportunity of uplifting thousands of students at educational institutions across the country, from Xavier University and Washington Mathematics Science Technology Public Charter High School to Las Vegas Teen Summit and Berklee College of Music in Boston,” he says. “I’ve also provided motivation and opportunities for students throughout the world by offering free drumming classes in NYC.”

In 2015, Thompson decided he and his Platinum Boy team would share their industry experience, successfully launching Music 101 College Tour. “The tour is to educate people on the ins and outs of the music business,” he says proudly of the venture. “With this platform it’s our mission at Platinum Boy Music to educate, empower, inspire and transform the people.”

Featuring a panel of experts that’s included DJ Ted Smooth (DJ/Remix King), Torae (Artist/Radio Personality), Jason Hobby (MBK Ent.), Keith L Harrison (ASCAP), Kevin Thomson (Attorney for Platinum Boy Music), AntMixedIt (Studio Engineer), Anhk Ra (Celebrity Vocal Coach) and Cornell Miller (Bad Boy Worldwide), Music 101 has thus far emanated from City College, Nassau Community College, Bronx Community College, Howard University, William Paterson University, and New York University. “This is a monumentally proud moment for the entire Platinum Boy Music team and myself,” he says Mr. Joe Walker

Discography

Released Contributions

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Unreleased Projects

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As Music Director

Trey Songz Tours

Television Performances with Trey Songz

References

  1. ↑ "Alex Young - "Heart Stop" prod. by Amadeus". YouTube. 2009-03-01. Retrieved 2016-01-30.
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