John Debney, an Academy Award®-nominated and Emmy®-winning composer, is considered one of the most prolific and successful composers in Hollywood. His unique ability to create memorable work across a variety of genres, as well as his reputation for being remarkably collaborative, have made him the first choice of top-level producers and directors. Debney combines his classical training and a strong knowledge of contemporary sounds to easily adapt to any assignment.
Debney's career seemed almost destined for Hollywood. The son of Disney Studios producer Louis Debney, the composer's credits include Elf, Liar Liar, Bruce Almighty, Iron Man 2, Spy Kids, Spy Kids 2, I Know What You Did Last Summer and Sin City.
Debney composed the landmark score for The Passion of the Christ. His emotional score for the film connected with viewers and listeners and debuted on Billboard's charts at No. 1 on the Soundtrack and Christian Album charts, and No. 19 on the Billboard Top 200. The record was certified gold by the RIAA and won the Dove Award for best instrumental album, as well as garnering Debney an Oscar® nomination.
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