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Timbaland Multi-platinum, Grammy Award-Winning Producer, Artist, Author & Entrepreneur

Timbaland Multi-platinum, Grammy Award-Winning Producer, Artist, Author & Entrepreneur

Timbaland Multi-platinum, Grammy Award-Winning Producer, Artist, Author & Entrepreneur

Speaking at

Thursday 20 June, 15:00 - 15:30

Creators Unplugged: the Boundaries of Freedom and Responsibility

Biography

Timbaland is one of the greatest minds in music history. With more top-ten hits than Elvis Presley or the Beatles, he has taught the world to “say it with sound.” Dubbed the Emperor of Sound and ranked #3 by Billboard on a list of 50 of the greatest producers of the 21st century.

Timbaland’ the musical mastermind is behind the most memorable hits of our times. With over 18-Grammy nominations, 4-Grammy wins and 200+ ASCAP Music awards, his indelible imprint has been stamped on countless hits from some of the most successful and legendary artists in the world. From Jay-Z’s “Dirt Off Your Shoulder” and “Big Pimpin,” to Justin Timberlake’s “Sexy Back” and “Cry Me A River,” Aaliyah’s “One In A Million,” Missy Elliott’s “Get Ur Freak On” and “Work It,” Ginuwine’s “Pony,” and One Republic’s “Apologize” amongst many others, Timbaland’s credits have established him as one of the most iconic producers in the last 30 years.

Timbaland has released two books, a biography aptly titled The Emperor of Sound, and his

children’s book Nighttime Symphony.

Timbaland is the co-founder of the music tech platform Beatclub, and co-creator of the

pandemic phenomenon Verzuz with music producer Swizz Beatz.