Brad Fiedel

American Film Composer and Synthesist Known for The Terminator Score

Brad Fiedel is an American composer best known for his work on film scores in the 1980s and 1990s. Born on March 10, 1951, Fiedel's career in music began as a keyboard player and composer for various pop and rock bands before transitioning into film scoring. His breakthrough came with his work on the 1984 science fiction classic "The Terminator," directed by James Cameron. The iconic main theme of "The Terminator," with its pounding electronic rhythm and haunting melody, became synonymous with the film's futuristic and relentless tone.