Tommy Oliver (musician)

Tommy Oliver (musician)


Tommy Oliver (September 19, 1932 - May 2, 2006) was an American musician, bandleader, and music producer.

Oliver arranged and produced albums for artists such as Doris Day, Edie Adams, Wayne Newton, Donny and Marie Osmond, Charles Boyer, Frankie Avalon, Joey Heatherton,Pat Boone, Kenny Rogers, John Denver, Joanie Sommers and Jefferson Airplane.

In the 1970s and 1980s, Oliver served as musical producer and bandleader for the game shows "Name That Tune" and "Face the Music". His credits also include work on "Donny & Marie", "Laugh-In" (the later version not hosted by Rowan and Martin), "The John Denver Special" and the "Playboy After Dark Show".

During his career, Oliver was nominated for multiple Grammies.


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