Harry Balk | |
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| Also known as | Tom King |
| Born | October 1, 1925 Detroit, Michigan, U.S. |
| Died | December 3, 2016 (aged 91) Oak Park, Michigan, U.S. |
| Occupation(s) | Record producer, a&r, music business executive |
| Years active | Late 1940s–2016 |
| Labels | Twirl, Impact, Inferno, Rare Earth |
Harry Balk (October 1, 1925 – December 3, 2016) was an American A&R man, record producer and record label executive. He discovered Little Willie John, Johnny and the Hurricanes, and Rodriguez; co-produced Del Shannon's 1961 hit "Runaway"; established several record labels; and became head of A&R at Motown where he was particularly influential on the career of Marvin Gaye.