Jan Hammer
Biography
Jan Hammer (born April 17, 1948 as Jan Hamr) is a Czech-American musician, keyboardist, and songwriter who composed the background score music for the first four seasons of Miami Vice (although he was joined by John Petersen for much of season 4). As the show's original composer, he composed the famous "Miami Vice Theme" that was featured in all 111 episodes of the series.
Known For & Full Filmography10 Titles
Drama Series - 1984, 16 episodes • as Himself (uncredited)
The story of the Miami Police Department's vice squad and its efforts to end drug trafficking and prostitution, centered on the unlikely partnership of Sonny Crockett and Ricardo Tubbs - who first meet when Tubbs is undercover in a drug cartel.
Drama Series - 1984, 16 episodes • as Wedding Musician
The story of the Miami Police Department's vice squad and its efforts to end drug trafficking and prostitution, centered on the unlikely partnership of Sonny Crockett and Ricardo Tubbs - who first meet when Tubbs is undercover in a drug cartel.
Drama Series - 1996, 16 episodes • Main Cast Role
E! True Hollywood Story is an American documentary series on E! that deals with famous Hollywood celebrities, movies, TV shows and also well-known public figures. Among the topics covered on the program include salacious re-tellings of Hollywood secrets, show-biz scandals, celebrity murders and mysteries, porn-star biographies, and "where-are-they-now?" investigations of former child stars. It frequently features in-depth interviews, actual courtroom footage, and dramatic reenactments. When aired on the E! network, episodes will be updated to reflect the current life or status of the subject.
Movie - 1967, 2h 15m • Main Cast Role
Three loosely-connected tales that represent different aspects of love: temptation, dreams, and adventure.
Drama Series - 2020, 16 episodes • as Self
An outstanding performance featuring brilliant storytelling, high stakes drama, and unforgettable character arcs.
Drama Series - 1971, 16 episodes • as Self
Intimate concerts for the new breed of singer-songwriter.
Movie - 2017, 2h 15m • as Self — Keyboards
In the summer of 2016, Jeff Beck celebrated 50 years of his musical career with a special concert at the famous Hollywood Bowl. The setlist reached back to his first recordings with The Yardbirds in 1966 and came right up to date with tracks from his most recent album “Loud Hailer.” As the evening progressed he was joined by many of the great musicians he has collaborated with over the years including Billy F. Gibbons, Buddy Guy, Jimmy Hall, Jan Hammer, Beth Hart and Steven Tyler. The show climaxed with the guests all joining forces for an exhilarating encore performance of “Purple Rain” in tribute to Prince, who had passed away a couple of months before the concert.
Movie - 2018, 2h 15m • as Self
The story of English rock guitarist Jeff Beck from his earliest days learning to strum on homemade guitars in Wallington, Surrey, to his teenage friendship with Jimmy Page and mastering his craft with guitar legends that influenced his incredible career.
Movie - 2007, 2h 15m • Main Cast Role
Moogfest, the festival celebrating the groundbreaking achievements of maverick inventor Rober Moog and his namesake synthesizer, captures the spirit of instruments that altered the course of modern music. Live from the B.B. King Blues Club.
Movie - 1972, 2h 15m • as Self (keyboards)
The original line-up of the one of the most important jazz-rock fusion groups of all time, featuring John McLaughlin, Jan Hammer, Billy Cobham, Jerry Goodman and Rick Laird.