Phil Spector

Harvey Phillip "Phil" Spector (born December 26, 1940) is a highly influential record producer who turned out some of the best-known popular music of the 1960s and 1970s. The originator of the "Wall of Sound" production technique, Spector first rose to prominence as one of the masterminds behind the 1960's girl group sound. Later in his career he worked with more varied artists, including The Beatles and The Ramones. In 2003 Spector returned to public awareness when he was indicted for murder.

Eccentricity

Spector has shunned publicity and is widely regarded as eccentric, having descended into many conflicts with the artists, songwriters, and promoters that he worked with. Stories include his discharging a firearm while in the studio with John Lennon during the recording of his cover album Rock 'n' Roll and placing a loaded pistol at Leonard Cohen's head during the sessions for Death of a Ladies' Man. Dee Dee Ramone also reported that Spector threatened the Ramones during their recording sessions with him.

Related Topics:
John Lennon - Rock 'n' Roll - Leonard Cohen - Death of a Ladies' Man - Dee Dee Ramone - Ramones

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Phil and Ronnie Spector divorced in 1974. In 2000 Ronnie Spector successfully sued him for over $2 million for breach of contract over unpaid royalties to the Ronettes.

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