John Palladino

John Palladino (March 29, 1920 – December 20, 2014) was an American Capitol Records producer and A&R executive. He is known for his work with renowned artists such as Nat King Cole, Frank Sinatra, Paul McCartney, and Pink Floyd. Palladino, considered a pioneering recording engineer, was instrumental in perfecting analog tape recordings and developing new recording techniques. Born on March 29, 1920, in Ashley, Pennsylvania, he moved to Southern California at a young age. Palladino studied architecture at Los Angeles City College but also pursued his passion for music, playing in a band and gaining experience in recording at the college's radio station and recording studio.More