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Andrew Balogh
Background information
BornHarbor City, California, U.S.
Occupation(s)Music Producer, Composer, Saxophonist, Record Executive
Years active2010–present
LabelsUniversal Music Group

Andrew Balogh is an American music producer, songwriter, film composer and saxophonist. He has worked with artists such as Jay-Z, Beyoncé, Coldplay, Ariana Grande, and Taylor Eigsti.[1]

Early life and education

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Andrew Balogh was born and raised in Harbor City, California. He started playing saxophone and piano when he was 7 years old. He was passionate about jazz and classical music and started composing music when he was in high school.[2] Balogh attended Bob Cole Conservatory of Music, majoring in Jazz Studies and Composition.[3]

Career

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Balogh contributed to the rapper Gunplay's favorably acclaimed album Living Legend, ranking #171 in the 2015 US Billboard Top 200,[4] #17 in the 2015 US Billboard Top R&B/Hip-Hop Albums[5] and #11 in the 2015 US Billboard Top Rap Albums.[6] He worked on Taylor Eigsti's album Tree Falls, which received the Grammy Award for Best Contemporary Instrumental Album at the 64th Annual Grammy Awards, and on Plot Armor, which was nominated for the same category at the 67th Annual Grammy Awards.[7][8][9][10][11]

As a saxophonist and keyboardist, Balogh has toured with artists and bands such as Macy Gray, Lady Gaga, and Sublime With Rome.[12][13] Most recently, Balogh collaborated with actor Robert De Niro for the 2016 motion picture Dirty Grandpa, performing on the song "It Was a Good Day".[14]

United Nations

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In July 2024, Balogh was inducted into the United Nations as a council member of the Council of Global Change, serving alongside Susan Rockefeller, Anna Rothschild, Charlie Walk, Marla Maples, and other members.[15]

Discography

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Work Role Notes Ref
Little Joy (album) Baritone Saxophone Side-project of The Strokes drummer Fabrizio Moretti [16]
Like a Drug (mixtape album) by Honey Cocaine Producer Producer on Babysitta [16]
Living Legend by Gunplay Co-writer, Producer Co-writer and producer on From Da Jump [16]
It Was a Good Day Composer, Performer From the motion picture Dirty Grandpa [14]
Property by Liane V and Jessica Lesaca Songwriter, Producer [17]
You and I by Johnny Orlando Songwriter, Producer [18]
Let Go by Johnny Orlando Songwriter, Producer [19]
Guilty as Charged Songwriter, Producer From the motion picture Tallulah (Film) [20]
Bad Boys for Life Soundtrack Musician
Fade 2 Black Songwriter, Producer From the motion picture The Outcasts (Film)

Awards

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Andrew Balogh accepts the 2013 Hollywood Music and Media Special Recognition Award for an Original Score. Presented by Miss North Hollywood, Brittany Wagner.
  • 2013 Hollywood Music And Media Awards - Special Recognition For Original Score - TV PROMO - Throw it Back (Reality Series TV Show)

References

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  1. ^ Stories, Local (March 6, 2023). "Conversations with Andrew Balogh". Voyage LA Magazine | LA City Guide. Retrieved December 1, 2024.
  2. ^ "Teen Jazz Interview with Commercial Music and Film Composer". YouTube - Teen Jazz. Retrieved March 4, 2016.
  3. ^ "Andrew Balogh Wins Hollywood Music in Media Award". Bob Cole Conservatory of Music. December 15, 2013. Retrieved March 4, 2016.
  4. ^ "Gunplay - Chart History". US Billboard Top 200.
  5. ^ "Gunplay - Chart History". US Billboard Top R&B/Hip-Hop Albums.
  6. ^ "Gunplay - Chart History". US Billboard Top Rap Albums.
  7. ^ Minsker, Evan (April 3, 2022). "Grammys 2022 Winners: See the Full List Here". Pitchfork. Retrieved December 1, 2024.
  8. ^ "Taylor Eigsti". LYDIALIEBMAN.COM. Retrieved December 1, 2024.
  9. ^ "10 Albums You Need to Know: March 2024 - JAZZIZ Magazine". March 6, 2024. Retrieved December 1, 2024.
  10. ^ "Taylor Eigsti / Plot Armor (J)". Jazz & Drummer (in Japanese). March 19, 2024. Retrieved December 1, 2024.
  11. ^ "Taylor Eigsti | Artist | GRAMMY.com". grammy.com. Retrieved December 1, 2024.
  12. ^ Balogh, Andrew. "Rocking Out On Keys During Summer Tour With Sublime With Rome". Instagram.
  13. ^ "Getting to Know Andrew Balogh: Esteemed Musician, Songwriter, Producer & Mentor". Celeb Secrets. January 23, 2023. Retrieved December 1, 2024.
  14. ^ a b "Dirty Grandpa (2016)". soundtrack.net.
  15. ^ "COUNCIL MEMBERS - Council of Global Change". Council of Global Change | Official Site. Retrieved December 1, 2024.
  16. ^ a b c "Andrew Balogh - Credits". AllMusic.
  17. ^ "All Music". AllMusic.
  18. ^ "All Music". AllMusic.
  19. ^ "All Music". AllMusic.
  20. ^ "Soundsize".
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