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Dean McGinnes

  • Music Department
  • Composer
  • Soundtrack
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Dean McGinnes is a highly skilled and accomplished music composer hailing from Scotland. With a diverse portfolio of work spanning films, web series, commercials, production albums, documentaries and trailers. Dean's music is celebrated for its ability to capture the essence of a story and bring it to life. Based in London, he has established strong relationships with award winning directors and music publishers from London and worldwide. Which is a testament to his professionalism and talent.

His collaboration with Posing Productions on The Last Great Climb and Brit Rock, both of which won awards, is an example of his ability to create compelling scores that enhance the emotional impact of a film. As a composer, Dean has worked on a number of film projects, and his latest work on "The Gardener" has been well-received by both audiences and critics alike. The distribution deal with Lionsgate is a major milestone for the film and is likely to help it reach a wider audience. The film can be viewed on streaming platforms such as Apple TV and Amazon.

His music can also be heard on the Universal Hollywood hit movie "Bros". Along with high-profile television programmes such as Panorama, Sky Sports, MasterChef, X Factor, BBC News and the hit Netflix show Love Is Blind. Additionally, he has written music for prominent brands such as Apple, Pro Medica, Dodge, Plenty, Norwex, Nescafé, Panasonic, Tüv Rheinland, and Northrop Grumman. This further demonstrates his broad appeal and showcases his ability to create music for a diverse range of clients.

Dean's accomplishments as a composer are noteworthy, particularly with his recognition at The Production Music awards in London. His exceptional work in 2015, 2016, and 2021 earned him nominations and solidified his reputation as a talented producer/composer. His exceptional composition skills were on full display with the trailer for Winders, which went on to win an award for Best Trailer at the Independent Short Film Awards. It's a testament to Dean's versatility as a composer and his ability to create music that resonates with audiences. His work has proven to be an essential component of various projects, and his music continues to captivate and inspire listeners worldwide.
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Wind Riders (2018)
Wind Riders
  • Composer
  • 2018
Six Gun Savior (2016)
Six Gun Savior
3.2
  • Music Department(additional music)
  • 2016
Bros (2022)
Bros
6.4
  • Music Department
  • 2022
Robert Bronzi in The Gardener (2021)
The Gardener
3.7
  • Composer
  • 2021

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Music Department

  • Shadow Earth
    • composer: additional music
    • Released
    • TV Series
    • 2011
  • Bros (2022)
    Bros
    • additional music
    • 2022
  • James Lunddon in Necroland (2020)
    Necroland
    • composer: additional music
    • 2020
  • Three Days to Live (2017)
    Three Days to Live
    • composer: additional music
    • TV Series
    • 2017
  • Unbelievable Moments Caught on Camera (2014)
    Unbelievable Moments Caught on Camera
    • composer: additional music
    • TV Series
    • 2017
  • MythBusters: The Search (2017)
    MythBusters: The Search
    • composer: additional music
    • TV Series
    • 2017
  • Kate Ritchie, David Walliams, Alesha Dixon, and Shane Jacobson in Australia's Got Talent (2007)
    Australia's Got Talent
    • composer: additional music
    • TV Series
    • 2016
  • CNN Superhero: Above and Beyond - A CNN Heroes 10th Anniversary Special
    • composer: additional music
    • TV Special
    • 2016
  • Lisa Ling in This Is Life with Lisa Ling (2014)
    This Is Life with Lisa Ling
    • composer: additional music
    • TV Series
    • 2016
  • Deadly Women (2008)
    Deadly Women
    • composer: additional music
    • TV Series
    • 2016
  • SportsCenter (1979)
    SportsCenter
    • composer: additional music
    • TV Series
    • 2016
  • Rachel Dratch's Late Night Snack (2016)
    Rachel Dratch's Late Night Snack
    • composer: additional music
    • TV Series
    • 2016
  • Jonathan LaPaglia, George Mladenov, and Hayley Leake in Australian Survivor (2016)
    Australian Survivor
    • composer: additional music (uncredited)
    • TV Series
    • 2016
  • Home and Away (1988)
    Home and Away
    • composer: additional music
    • TV Series
    • 2016
  • Andreas Wahl in Folkeopplysningen (2012)
    Folkeopplysningen
    • composer: additional music
    • TV Series
    • 2016
  • Panorama (1953)
    Panorama
    • composer: additional music
    • TV Series
    • 2015–2016

Composer

  • Shadow Earth
    • Composer
    • Released
    • TV Series
    • 2011
  • Robert Bronzi in The Gardener (2021)
    The Gardener
    • Composer
    • 2021
  • Jake Watkins in Don't Speak (2020)
    Don't Speak
    • Composer
    • 2020
  • Wind Riders (2018)
    Wind Riders
    • Composer
    • 2018
  • Gordon James Asti and Denise Ambroggio in Beulah (2017)
    Beulah
    • Composer
    • Short
    • 2017
  • A Current Affair (1971)
    A Current Affair
    • Composer
    • TV Series
    • 2016
  • Six Windows (2015)
    Six Windows
    • Composer
    • TV Series
    • 2015
  • Robert H. Wainwright and Grace Anne Rossi in Ethel (2013)
    Ethel
    • Composer
    • Short
    • 2013
  • Greetings from California (2013)
    Greetings from California
    • Composer
    • Short
    • 2013
  • Life of the Party (2013)
    Life of the Party
    • Composer
    • Short
    • 2013
  • 48 Hours Later
    • Composer
    • Short
    • 2013
  • Paranormal Nate (2012)
    Paranormal Nate
    • Composer
    • TV Series
    • 2012
  • Nipples (2011)
    Nipples
    • Composer
    • Short
    • 2011
  • Shadow Earth (2011)
    Shadow Earth
    • Composer
    • TV Series
    • 2011
  • Fistless (2011)
    Fistless
    • Composer
    • Short
    • 2011
  • A Question
    • Composer
    • Short
    • 2010

Soundtrack

  • Johnny Carson in The Tonight Show Starring Johnny Carson (1962)
    The Tonight Show Starring Johnny Carson
    • music: "A Jazzy O Christmas Tree Main"
    • arranger: "A Jazzy O Christmas Tree Main" (uncredited)
    • TV Series
    • 1981–1986

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