BIO:
I am an independent artist, self-motivated and a progress-driven composer, songwriter, musician and music producer with an extensive background in the industry. I own my studio and prefer to use live musicians and instruments as much as possible for a more full and genuine sound.
CREDITS:
I have been privileged to perform and work alongside some of the biggest names in the music industry, including Donny Osmond, Peter Kay, Don Most, Tears For Fears, UB40, Gary Barlow, Steps and Peter Andre. I have also done a bit of acting and obtained a scholarship to attend The University of Sheffield Music School at a very young age, but quickly moved on when offered an internship at the infamous Steelworks Studio in Sheffield. Having completed a two-year apprenticeship under the expert supervision of songwriter and music producer Eliot Kennedy, I went on to work on the following projects:
PROJECTS:
Peter Kay's Car Share - BBC One - (vocals) Peter Kay's Phoenix Nights Live Show (Vocals) Gary Barlow - Let Me Go (Accordion) Donny Osmond's 50th Album Live Studio Video (Accordion) Mike Read -Tin Pan Alley - Sky TV (songwriter) Gregory Porter (Sax) Olly Murs (Sax) Mark S Jacob (LA Film Director -Glee ) Documentary Series Mission Angels (Max Composed and produced the full score) Peter Andre's UK Tour (Special Invited Guest) Steps UK Arena Tour (Special Invited Guest) UB40 (Special Invited Guest) Tears For Fears (Special Invited Guest) Bauer- Hits Radio HallamFM - (In-house music producer and performer for Big John at Breakfast & Producer James) and Composed, New York High for LA Happy Days star, Don Most.
LATEST PROJECT 202
I am currently composing the musical, Wendy's World , set to hit the Theatre late Autumn 2024:
http://www.wendysworldonline.com
Throughout my career, I have honed my musical skills in composing, performing and production: I am confident to tackle any project with proficiency. My last compositional work was for artists, Donny Most (best known for his role as Ralph Malph on the television series Happy Days.) 2023 and Soraya Vivien 2023 (Singer @hedkandi Radio / TV Presenter /journalist @outtv_eu Ambassador For @biosureltd @winterpridemaspalomas @benidormpridefestival.
LAST PROJECT 2020
My last project was an effective overseas collaboration with BBC Radio 1 legend Mike Read and LA music composer Phil Springer (Santa Baby). My contribution to the project Here For Christmas was to compose parts of the melody, co-write lyrics, and do a full production, including, Vox , Sax, Piano and Guitar.
ALBUM RELEASES:
In 2022 I released an Album, Another Rainy Night In Paris and an two Ep's , Summer Shore and Christmas In New York Paris & London
NEW ALBUM, SPEAKEASY set for release winter 2024
COMPOSING / CATALOUGE
Available upon request
As well as having an extensive catalogue with a varied selection of genres, including Jazz, Pop, Folk, World Music, (Italian) Folk, Classical, and Electronic/ Dance music, I am happy to compose to order, and perform live for any event, work to a deadline and collaborate with clients to suit any demand.
ACTING: In addition to my work as a professional musician, I have acted on TV and in Theatre - ACTING No Angels – Declan McBride 2004 Channel 4 Assassins – Billy - Nikolai Foster's Assassins – Crucible Theatre Sheffield.
AWARDS: PRS Songwriting Award -Tin Pan Alley – SKY TV TMA Award Nomination for Role as Billy in Nikolia Foster's Assassins – Crucible Theatre Sheffield. A full EPK can be provided along with samples of my back catalogue upon request WEBSITE - http://www.maxrestaino.com
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