Richard Podolor

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Richard Podolor was the first record producer to achieve a platinum album.

Richard Podolor, who is also known as Richie Podolor or Richard Allen, produced hits including "Joy to the World" by Three Dog Night and "Born to Be Wild" by Steppenwolf.

Together with his brother, Don Podolor, and mother, Ethel Podolor, the family started the American Entertainment and American Recording Company.

[edit] Discography (producer)

[edit] "Three Dog Night"

  • Golden Bisquits (1971) (ABC-Dunhill/MCA Records) - co-produced with Gabriel Mekler
  • Harmony (1971) (ABC-Dunhill/MCA Records)
  • Cyan (1973) (ABC-Dunhill/MCA Records)