Hal Blaine

Hal Blaine

Born: February 5, 1949
Died: March 11, 2019
in Holyoke - Massachusetts - USA
Hal Blaine (born Harold Simon Belsky; February 5, 1929 – March 11, 2019) was an American drummer and session musician, estimated to be among the most recorded studio drummers in the history of the music industry, claiming over 35,000 sessions and 6,000 singles.

Movies for Hal Blaine...

Title: Elvis Presley: The Searcher
Character: Self
Released: April 14, 2018
Type: TV
The story of Elvis Presley the musical artist, a comprehensive creative journey from his childhood through the final 1976 Jungle Room recording sessions.
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The Harmony Game
Title: The Harmony Game
Character: Self
Released: February 11, 2011
Type: Movie
Half a century after its recording in 1970, this captivating documentary retraces the story of "Bridge Over Troubled Water", the final album, which has become cult, from the duo formed by Paul Simon and Art Garfunkel.
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Brian Wilson: Songwriter 1962-1969
Title: Brian Wilson: Songwriter 1962-1969
Character: Self
Released: November 1, 2010
Type: Movie
A documentary film in which the rich tapestry of music written and produced by this brilliant 20th century composer is investigated and reviewed.
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The Wrecking Crew
Title: The Wrecking Crew
Character: Self - Drums
Released: March 11, 2008
Type: Movie
A celebration of the musical work of a group of session musicians known as "The Wrecking Crew." a band that provided back-up instrumentals to such legendary recording artists as Frank Sinatra, The Beach Boys, and Bing Crosby.
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The Beach Boys: Wouldn't It Be Nice
Title: The Beach Boys: Wouldn't It Be Nice
Character: Self
Released: January 9, 2005
Type: Movie
The inside story of the Beach Boys from their formation in 1961 to the present day (2005).
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Beautiful Dreamer: Brian Wilson and the Story of Smile
Title: Beautiful Dreamer: Brian Wilson and the Story of Smile
Character: Self
Released: October 5, 2004
Type: Movie
This film tells (using modern day interviews and archival footage and sound tapes) the story of how in 1967, while his band The Beach Boys triumphantly toured abroad, Brian Wilson was trying to push the boundaries of conventional pop music with a new follow-up to the Beach Boys' cutting-edge mega-hit, Pet Sounds. The new album was to be called "SMiLE". SMiLE pushed the envelope both musically and lyrically, and was supposed to out-do the Beatles' Sgt. Pepper record. But Brian wasn't able to sell the project to his band-mates when they returned. The project was shelved and Wilson's well-documented decline into depression, drug abuse, recluseness, and obesity had begun. Thirty-odd years later, Wilson announced that in 2004, SMiLE would be performed live in its entirety in London. This film tells the story of a damaged but healing artist bringing his greatest work to light.
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Elvis Black Leather Stand Up Show #1 - JUNE 29, 1968
Title: Elvis Black Leather Stand Up Show #1 - JUNE 29, 1968
Character: Self
Released: June 22, 2004
Type: Movie
PART OF: Elvis Presley – '68 Comeback Special (50th Anniversary Edition) is the definitive chronicle of one of the greatest rock ‘n’ roll performances ever televised: Elvis Presley at the peak of his powers. For the first time ever, all previously-released audio and newly-restored video from the taping of the special is available in one package – including unused performances and studio outtakes that spotlight the real Elvis. The package contains an entire disc showcasing the legendary sessions for the special recorded with Elvis and the Wrecking Crew. This 5CD, 2 Blu-ray disc deluxe package also includes an 80-page book featuring rare photographs and ephemera and a new oral history on the special, crafted from interviews conducted for Thom Zimny’s 2018 documentary, Elvis Presley: The Searcher. The newly-restored Blu-ray video was also overseen by Zimny.
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Elvis NBC TV Special, Original December 3, 1968 Broadcast
Title: Elvis NBC TV Special, Original December 3, 1968 Broadcast
Character: Self
Released: June 22, 2004
Type: Movie
PART OF: Elvis Presley – '68 Comeback Special (50th Anniversary Edition) is the definitive chronicle of one of the greatest rock ‘n’ roll performances ever televised: Elvis Presley at the peak of his powers. For the first time ever, all previously-released audio and newly-restored video from the taping of the special is available in one package – including unused performances and studio outtakes that spotlight the real Elvis. The package contains an entire disc showcasing the legendary sessions for the special recorded with Elvis and the Wrecking Crew. This 5CD, 2 Blu-ray disc deluxe package also includes an 80-page book featuring rare photographs and ephemera and a new oral history on the special, crafted from interviews conducted for Thom Zimny’s 2018 documentary, Elvis Presley: The Searcher. The newly-restored Blu-ray video was also overseen by Zimny.
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Pet Stories
Title: Pet Stories
Character: Self
Released: October 20, 2003
Type: Movie
A retrospective look at the making of the 1966 Beach Boys album, "Pet Sounds".
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Jan & Dean: The Other Beach Boys
Title: Jan & Dean: The Other Beach Boys
Character: Self
Released: July 12, 2002
Type: Movie
An in-depth look at the tumultuous career of Jan & Dean.
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Man on the Moon
Title: Man on the Moon
Character: Harrah's Band
Released: December 22, 1999
Type: Movie
The story of the life and career of eccentric avant-garde comedian, Andy Kaufman.
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Title: Classic Albums
Character: Self - session drummer, The Wrecking Crew
Released: April 14, 1997
Type: TV
A documentary series about pop and rock albums that are considered the best or most distinctive of a well-known band or musician or that exemplify a stage in the history of music.
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Elvis: Black Leather Sit-Down Show #1 – JUNE 27, 1968
Title: Elvis: Black Leather Sit-Down Show #1 – JUNE 27, 1968
Released: June 27, 1968
Type: Movie
PART OF: Elvis Presley – '68 Comeback Special (50th Anniversary Edition) is the definitive chronicle of one of the greatest rock ‘n’ roll performances ever televised: Elvis Presley at the peak of his powers. For the first time ever, all previously-released audio and newly-restored video from the taping of the special is available in one package – including unused performances and studio outtakes that spotlight the real Elvis. The package contains an entire disc showcasing the legendary sessions for the special recorded with Elvis and the Wrecking Crew. This 5CD, 2 Blu-ray disc deluxe package also includes an 80-page book featuring rare photographs and ephemera and a new oral history on the special, crafted from interviews conducted for Thom Zimny’s 2018 documentary, Elvis Presley: The Searcher. The newly-restored Blu-ray video was also overseen by Zimny.
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Jan & Dean: On the Run
Title: Jan & Dean: On the Run
Character: Clobber
Released: August 1, 1966
Type: Movie
8 hours in the life of college student teen superstars Jan & Dean! They fly from LA to San Diego to a sold-out show. They visit the zoo, do some skateboarding, then it's off to Washington, DC for another concert. In the end, it's back to school for exams.
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Baby, the Rain Must Fall
Title: Baby, the Rain Must Fall
Character: Band Member
Released: January 12, 1965
Type: Movie
Henry Thomas tries to overcome the horrors of his childhood and start a new life with his wife and kid. However, his abusive step-mother and his dependence on alcohol threaten to ruin his future.
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The T.A.M.I. Show
Title: The T.A.M.I. Show
Character: Self - Drummer in House Band (uncredited)
Released: December 29, 1964
Type: Movie
Hailed by one music reviewer as "the grooviest, wildest, slickest hit ever to pound the screen," "The T.A.M.I. Show" is an unrelenting rock spectacular starring some of the greatest pop performers of the 60s. These top recording idols – representing the musical moods of London, Liverpool, Hollywood and Detroit – packed the Santa Monica Civic Auditorium with 2,600 screaming fans and virtually brought down the house. This is the cinematic record of that electrifying event.