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John Charles Barrett (born October 28, 1953), known professionally as Desmond Child, is an American songwriter and producer. He was inducted into the Songwriters Hall of Fame in 2008. He has been nominated for four Grammy Awards, a Primetime Emmy Award, and has won a Latin Grammy Award.
Grammy-winning and Emmy-nominated songwriter Desmond Child is one of music’s most prolific and accomplished hitmakers. He’s a film, television, theater and music producer, recording artist, performer, and author.
Desmond Child was the ultimate ’80s rock hitmaker, having had a hand in writing huge singles for artists including Bon Jovi, Aerosmith, Alice Cooper, and Joan Jett.
Sep 19, 2023 · The songwriter shares his journey from poverty to fame with Bon Jovi, Aerosmith, KISS and more in his first-ever book, Livin' on a Prayer. Read his candid accounts of co-writing classics like "I Was Made for Lovin' You" and "Livin' on a Prayer".
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Learn how Desmond Child went from being a poor kid in Miami to a hit songwriter for Bon Jovi, Aerosmith, Joan Jett and more. Read his autobiography and listen to his insights on his craft and influences.
Desmond Child is a hit songwriter, producer, musician, and bandleader who has worked with Bon Jovi, Aerosmith, Ricky Martin, and many more. He has won Grammy awards, written over 70 Top 40 singles, and sold over 300 million albums worldwide.
Jan 27, 2024 · A vocal quartet featuring Child, Maria Vidal, Diana Grasselli and Myriam Valle, Desmond Child & Rouge released two albums at the tail-end of the 70s that feature some of the most amazingly vivid lyrics and intricate vocal harmonies ever committed to vinyl (or, if you prefer, CD, as both have eventually seen release on the format in the last 10 ...
