Jan Hammer

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Jan Hammer is a highly acclaimed and veteran Czech-American composer, multi-instrumentalist, and producer who became famous beginning in the early 1970s playing keyboards with the Mahavishnu Orchestra. Best known for his soundtracks for movies and TV, he topped the charts in 1985 with "Miami Vice Theme," the title theme to the crime drama TV series starring Don Johnson. His works have earned him two Grammy Awards.


Best known songs (with years) include:

  • Miami Vice Theme (1985)

Pop charts debut year: 1985

Years active: 1968-present

Genres: Jazz fusion, synth-pop, pop rock

Labels: MCA

Website: janhammer.com

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