The Wrecking Crew, a revealing documentary on the Los Angeles studio scene and stellar musicians who were behind much of the most influential music of the 1960s, will have its Los Angeles premiere on June 28th, 2008. The film will play under the banner "Movies That Matter" as part of the free Grand Performances Program in downtown LA.

The Wrecking Crew features original footage of the rotating group of A-list musicians in the studio, including MI’s co-founder, guitarist Howard Roberts, and early supporter Tommy Tedesco, considered the number-one studio guitarist of his era. Between them, the two played on hit records by artists such as the Beach Boys, Mamas and Papas, and Sonny and Cher, worked with platinum producers including Phil Spector and Herb Alpert, and dominated the film and TV soundtracks of the era.

The film’s producer, Denny Tedesco, has held screenings at major film festivals including SXSW, Buffalo, Nashville and Seattle to outstanding reviews.  Describing the LA premier, which is co-sponsored by Musicians Institute, Tedesco said, “This is a free, outdoor festival-style screening under the stars. You can bring a picnic, deck chairs, blankets and even white wine (they don't allow red wine as it can stain the granite in the Festival area). If a picnic is not your speed, there are some great restaurants in the area. Even though tickets are free, please make sure you allow yourself plenty of time to eat and find a place to sit. Don't forget a chair or blanket.

“We are also very honored to announce that the presentation of the film will be followed by a live performance by Wrecking Crew alumni Hal Blaine (drums), Carol Kaye (electric bass), Don Randi (piano) and Chuck Berghofer (upright bass). Vocals by Julia Fordham and other guest artists.”

Time: 8:00PM SHARP
Date: Saturday, June 28th, 2008
Location: Grand Performances Program, "Films That Matter"
350 S. Grand Ave.
Los Angeles, CA 90071
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