S*A*M and Sluggo
S*A*M and Sluggo was an American record production and songwriting team, composed of Sam Hollander and Dave "Sluggo" Katz.
S*A*M and Sluggo | |
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| Origin | New York City, New York, United States |
| Genres | Pop |
| Years active | 2005 - 2012 |
| Past members | Sam "S*A*M" Hollander Dave "Sluggo" Katz |
Formed in 2005, the duo first collaborated on the popular theme song "Snakes on a Plane (Bring It)" by Cobra Starship, from the 2006 film Snakes on a Plane.[1] Based in Manhattan, the duo played an important role in the history of emo, helping to transform the musical genre from its underground roots to a polished, mainstream sound in the mid-2000s.[2] They were known for their collaborations with Metro Station, Boys Like Girls, We the Kings, Good Charlotte, Train, Coheed and Cambria, Katy Perry and Gym Class Heroes.[3]
S*A*M & SLUGGO were named the 2008 Rolling Stone Hot List Producers of the Year.[4]
References
- Carmanica, Jon (November 20, 2008). "Armed With Guitar and Emotions". The New York Times. Retrieved on November 14, 2009.
- Leahey, Andrew. "S*A*M & Sluggo > Overview". Allmusic. Retrieved on November 14, 2009.
- Hiatt, Brian (2008). "The Hot List". Rolling Stone. Retrieved on November 14, 2009.
- "The Hot List : Rolling Stone". Rolling Stone. Archived from the original on 2009-04-18. Retrieved 2017-10-29.
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