Rik Simpson (a.k.a. Rikademus) is a British record producer.[1] He is most recently recognised for his production work with Coldplay on Viva la Vida or Death and All His Friends (2008), Mylo Xyloto (2011), Ghost Stories (2014), A Head Full of Dreams (2015), Kaleidoscope EP (2017) and Everyday Life (2019). He has also gained critical acclaim for his work with Jay-Z, Portishead, Kasabian, Black Rebel Motorcycle Club and PJ Harvey.[2] In addition to the technical sides of recording and mixing, he often contributes musically, playing and singing on many of his productions.
Rik Simpson | |
|---|---|
| Also known as | Rikademus, Rick Simpson |
| Occupation(s) | Record producer, engineer, audio mixer |
| Instrument(s) | Drum programming, keyboard, guitar, bass guitar vocals |
| Years active | 1989–present |
| Website | www |
Simpson is also one half of production duo The Darktones, with Coldplay bassist Guy Berryman.
Production credits
editRik Simpson
edit- Morning Runner – "Gone Up in Flames" (single, 2005)
- Jay-Z feat. Chris Martin – "Beach Chair" (song, 2006)
- Some Velvet Morning – Silence Will Kill You (2007)
- Coldplay – Viva la Vida or Death and All His Friends (2008)
- Coldplay – Prospekt's March (EP, 2008)
- Coldplay – LeftRightLeftRightLeft (2009)
- Natalie Imbruglia – Come to Life (2009)
- Coldplay – Mylo Xyloto (2011)
- Coldplay – "Atlas" (single, 2013)[4]
- Coldplay – Ghost Stories (2014)
- Coldplay – A Head Full of Dreams (2015)
- Coldplay – Kaleidoscope (EP, 2017)
- Coldplay – Everyday Life (2019)
- Coldplay – Music of the Spheres (2021)
The Darktones
edit- The Pierces – Love You More (EP, 2010)
- The Pierces – You & I (2011)
Awards and nominations
editGrammy Awards
edit| Year | Nominee / work | Award | Result |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2009 | Viva la Vida or Death and All His Friends | Best Rock Album | Won |
| Album of the Year | Nominated | ||
| 2013 | Mylo Xyloto | Best Rock Album | Nominated |
| 2021 | Everyday Life | Album of the Year | Nominated |
References
edit- ^ "Rik Simpson Discography". Discogs. Retrieved 7 September 2013.
- ^ "Rik Simpson recording Coldplay with sE Mics". sE Electronics. 27 October 2011. Archived from the original on 21 December 2013. Retrieved 14 May 2014.
- ^ "Rik Simpson Discography | Production". Discogs. Retrieved 14 May 2014.
- ^ Lipshutz, Jason (6 September 2013). "Coldplay Heads To 'Hunger Games' on 'Atlas' Single: Listen". Billboard. Retrieved 7 September 2013.
External links
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