Jacques Brautbar
Jacques Brautbar (born March 14, 1979) is an American composer, formerly of rock band Phantom Planet.
Jacques Brautbar | |
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Brautbar in Los Angeles 2016 | |
| Born | |
| Citizenship | US |
| Alma mater | University of Southern California Thornton School of Music |
| Occupation(s) | Composer, Songwriter |
| Years active | 1997 – present |
| Known for | Phantom Planet |
| Notable work | "California", Theme song of "The OC" |
Born and raised in Los Angeles, Jacques began as founder, guitar player, arranger, and songwriter for the band Phantom Planet. While a full-time band member, Jacques collaborated on the three pivotal singles: "Lonely Day," "Big Brat," and the theme song to the show "The O.C", "California." He left the band in 2004.
in 2018 he co-produced and co-wrote the album Beneath The Noise for Jasmine Ash, with longtime collaborator and former bandmate Sam Farrar. The album has achieved was featured on TV shows and ad campaigns like Nissan, Apple, JC Penney, Macy's, and The Good Wife.
After successfully completing the SMPTV program, Jacques was selected to attended the distinguished Sundance Institute's Composer Lab at Skywalker ranch, and procured an additional music position for the HBO series, "Animals.