Don Kirshner
American songwriter, publisher, music producer, manager (1934–2011) / From Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia
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Donald Kirshner (April 17, 1934 – January 17, 2011)[1] was an American music publisher, music consultant, rock music producer, talent manager, and songwriter. Dubbed "the Man with the Golden Ear" by Time magazine,[2] he was best known for managing songwriting talent as well as successful pop groups, such as the Monkees, Kansas, and the Archies.[3]
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Don Kirshner | |
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Born | Donald Kirshner (1934-04-17)April 17, 1934 New York, New York, U.S. |
Died | January 17, 2011(2011-01-17) (aged 76) Boca Raton, Florida, U.S. |
Resting place | Temple Beth El Mausoleum, Boca Raton, Florida, U.S |
Nationality | American |
Alma mater | Upsala College |
Occupations | |
Years active | 1950s–2011 |
Known for | Don Kirshner's Rock Concert |
Spouse |
Sheila Grod Kirshner
(m. 1959) |
Children | 2, including Ricky Kirshner |
Parent(s) | Gilbert Kirshner Belle Jaffe |
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