Sean Holt
Sean Holt is an American musician, producer, songwriter and artist. Originally from Louisiana, Holt’s early musical influences were a unique collection of blues, gospel, soul and jazz from that region. He began his professional career in 1991 in Los Angeles, where he currently resides. Shortly after locating in LA, Holt received his master’s degree in… Continue reading Sean Holt
Andy Abad
Versatile guitarist and Latin GRAMMY-nominated producer Andy Abad is known for his mastery of a wide spectrum of genres including pop, rock, and latin. Currently Abad is fronting his own band, The Blue Agave, while also serving as guitarist for Jennifer Lopez. He has toured with artists such as Marc Anthony, The Backstreet Boys, Josh… Continue reading Andy Abad
Folk-fusion band Grizfolk connects with USC Thornton students
Virgin Records’ Grizfolk, named an “Artist You Should Know” by KCRW, visited USC Thornton’s Popular Music Forum in April. The class, led by vice dean of the Division of Contemporary Music Chris Sampson, gives students access to a wide range of guests from the music industry. “Grizfolk gave the students tremendous insight into the strategies… Continue reading Folk-fusion band Grizfolk connects with USC Thornton students
Popular Music alumna Rozzi Crane to tour with Maroon 5 in early 2015
USC Thornton alumna Rozzi Crane will open for the popular rock band Maroon 5 and Canadian band, Magic! on a 2015 North American tour. Crane, a former student in USC Thornton’s groundbreaking popular music program, was the first artist to be signed to Maroon 5 frontman Adam Levine’s record label, 222 Records. She has since worked and toured with… Continue reading Popular Music alumna Rozzi Crane to tour with Maroon 5 in early 2015
Popular Music students, alumni to perform at Universal CityWalk
The USC Thornton School of Music’s Popular Music Program will showcase multi-talented USC Thornton students and alumni Aug. 17 from 6 to 9 p.m. at the 5 Towers stage on Universal CityWalk. The free event, part of the Hollywood venue’s Music Spotlight Series, features performers representing a diverse selection of styles and musical genres, including folk rock, R&B,… Continue reading Popular Music students, alumni to perform at Universal CityWalk
Divya Maus (BM, ’14) profiled by USA Today College
Recent alumna Divya Maus, who studied songwriting in USC Thornton’s Popular Music Program, discussed her career as a vocalist and composer in an interview with USA Today College. Maus will enroll at NYU to pursue graduate studies in musical theatre composition in the fall. “I’m going into musical theater composition now because that’s all about composing… Continue reading Divya Maus (BM, ’14) profiled by USA Today College
USC Thornton Popular Music, Jazz Studies students perform at GRAMMY Museum
On June 12, 2014, The GRAMMY Museum unveiled Pride & Joy: The Texas Blues of Stevie Ray Vaughan. Students from the USC Thornton Popular Music Program and the Jazz Studies program were invited to serve as the house band exhibit’s opening reception. Stevie’s brother and guitarist for the Fabulous Thunderbirds, Jimmie Vaughan, even jumped on stage… Continue reading USC Thornton Popular Music, Jazz Studies students perform at GRAMMY Museum
Ghost in the Canyon – “Learn From You”
Popular Music band Ghost in the Canyon performs “Learn From You”
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USC Thornton — Lee Ritenour Residency
close In February 2014, the USC Thornton School of Music’s Contemporary Music Division welcomed Lee Ritenour, acclaimed jazz guitarist and USC alumnus, to campus for a week-long residency. Through several workshops and discussion forums, Ritenour mentored student musicians and discussed his fruitful career in the music industry.