Michael Omartian

A single artist, maker, and composer who enjoyed achievement in both secular and CCM arenas, Michael Omartian first surfaced through the early ’70s as a high session keyboardist, taking part in on albums by performers which range from Steely Dan towards the 4 Tops to Loggins & Messina prior to making his single debut with 1974’s Myrrh label launch White Equine. In 1975, he and maker Steve Barri created the LA studio group Tempo Heritage, topping the pop graphs early the next year using their theme towards the ABC tv series S.W.A.T.; “Baretta’s Theme (Maintain Your Vision on the Sparrow)” made an appearance in 1976, but was the unit’s last work of notice. After helming Alan O’Day’s 1977 chart-topper “Undercover Angel,” Omartian graduated to the very best ranks of suppliers through his use vocalist/songwriter Christopher Mix, collaborating on some hits like the Grammy earning “Sailing,” “Trip Like the Blowing wind,” and “Arthur’s Theme (Greatest THAT CAN BE DONE).” Following that, he produced classes for Pole Stewart and Donna Summer time, focusing progressively on CCM tasks in the years to check out through use Gary Chapman, Kathy Troccoli, and 4 Him. Furthermore to his single produces, Omartian also documented several albums along with his wife, Stormie.