Joe Thomas (producer)

Joe Thomas
Thomas, 2017
Born
Joseph Grzyb

(1956-04-12)April 12, 1956
Illinois, U.S.
DiedApril 28, 2024(2024-04-28) (aged 68)
Illinois, U.S.
Occupation(s)Producer, director, businessman, musician, songwriter
Years active1984–2024
Organizations
Known foraffiliation with Brian Wilson; work on the WTTW program Soundstage
SpouseKris Thomas
Children4

Joseph Thomas (born Joseph Grzyb, April 12, 1956 – April 28, 2024) was an American producer, businessman, multi-instrumentalist, and songwriter based in Illinois.[1] He was known for musical collaborations and subsequent lawsuits pertaining to musician Brian Wilson, co-founder of the Beach Boys. Thomas was producer and director of the PBS music program Soundstage for WTTW.[2]

  1. ^ Farinella, David John (April 1, 2007). "PBS' Soundstage Steps Into the Digital Age". Mix Online.
  2. ^ Chadbourne, Eugene. "Joe Thomas". AllMusic.