Scott Spock
David Scott Alspach, known professionally as Scott Spock, is an American songwriter, record producer and composer.[1] He is known for being a member of the pop writing and production team The Matrix, who have written and produced many hit singles that have reached #1 worldwide. Alspach is best known for his songs with Avril Lavigne,[2] Korn, Hilary Duff, Shakira, Jason Mraz, David Bowie,[3] Britney Spears, Christina Aguilera,[4] Liz Phair, Busted and Rihanna.[4]
Life
At Southern Illinois University, Spock was awarded Bachelor of Science in Math Studies / Statistics in 1988 and a Bachelor of Music in Music / Jazz Performance in 1989.[1] He is married as of 2024.[5]
Selected discography
Songs where Spock is credited separately by name for songwriting
| Artist | Song(s) | Notes[4] |
|---|---|---|
| Avril Lavigne | "Complicated", "I'm With You", "Sk8er Boi" | "Complicated" nominated for Song of the Year at 45th Annual Grammy Awards[6] "I'm With You" nominated for Song of the Year at 46th Annual Grammy Awards[6] |
References
- ^ a b "Alumni Hall of Fame - 2008 Inductees". Siue.edu. Retrieved 24 October 2021.
- ^ Levine, Robert; Wer, Bill (10 January 2003). "Superproducers". Wired. Condé Nast. Retrieved 25 October 2019.
- ^ "Bowie Gets Matric Makeover!". Nme.com. 21 May 2003. Retrieved 25 October 2019.
- ^ a b c "Scott Spock". AllMusic. Retrieved 25 October 2019.
- ^ "Biography". Scott Spock. Retrieved 30 December 2024.
- ^ a b "Scott Spock". Grammy.com. 23 November 2020.
