Rik Simpson
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| Rik Simpson | |
|---|---|
| Also known as | Rikademus, Rick Simpson |
| Occupations | Record producer, engineer, audio mixer |
| Instruments | Drum programming, keyboard, guitar, vocals |
| Years active | 1989–present |
| Website | www.riksimpson.com |
Rik Simpson (aka Rikademus) is a British Grammy Award-winning record producer, sound engineer, musician and songwriter.[1] He is most recently recognised for his production work with Coldplay on A Rush Of Blood To The Head, Viva la Vida or Death and All His Friends and Mylo Xyloto. He has also gained critical acclaim for his work with Jay-Z, Portishead, Kasabian, Black Rebel Motorcycle Club and PJ Harvey amongst others.[2] As well as the technical sides of recording and mixing he often contributes musically, playing and singing on many of his productions.
He is also one half of production duo The Darktones, with Coldplay bassist Guy Berryman.
Simpson is currently recording the new Coldplay album.
Production credits
- Coldplay – Viva la Vida or Death and All His Friends (2008)
- Coldplay – Mylo Xyloto (2011)
- Coldplay – "Atlas" (2013)[3]
Awards and nominations
Grammy Awards
| Year | Recipient | Award | Result |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2009 | Viva la Vida or Death and All His Friends | Best Rock Album | style="background: #99FF99; color: black; vertical-align: middle; text-align: center; " class="yes table-yes2"|Won |
| Album of the Year | style="background: #FDD; color: black; vertical-align: middle; text-align: center; " class="no table-no2"|Nominated | ||
| 2013 | Mylo Xyloto | Best Rock Album | style="background: #FDD; color: black; vertical-align: middle; text-align: center; " class="no table-no2"|Nominated |
References
- ↑ "Rik Simpson Discography at Discogs". Discogs.com. Retrieved 2013-09-07.
- ↑
- ↑ Lipshutz, Jason (6 September 2013). "Coldplay Heads To 'Hunger Games' on 'Atlas' Single: Listen". Billboard. Retrieved 7 September 2013.
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