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Lyle Workman: Guitarist and Film Composer Behind "Superbad" and "The 40-Year-Old Virgin."

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🎸 Lyle Workman has done what few musicians can. He mastered the art of hit songs and the craft of film scores, building a career that spans rock legends and Hollywood blockbusters.

Whether trading guitar licks with Beck and Sting or scoring comedies like "The 40-Year-Old Virgin" and "Superbad," Lyle’s work has quietly shaped the soundtrack of pop culture. His journey moves between studio sessions and scoring stages, blending instinct, precision, and creative trust. His career is a masterclass in blending artistic freedom with the demands of both rock stages and Hollywood scoring rooms.

Don’t miss this exclusive conversation with a multi-genre artist whose work bridges music, film, and cultural moments. Lyle shares insights on creativity, collaboration, and the passion that keeps him exploring new sounds after decades in the business.

🎯 What You’ll Hear:
✔ The evolution from touring musician to Hollywood composer
✔ How collaborations with icons like Prince, Beck, and Sting shaped his sound
✔ Behind-the-scenes stories from scoring hit comedies with Judd Apatow
✔ The creative discipline that sustains a multi-decade career
✔ How adaptability keeps you relevant in a changing industry

💬 Ask Us:
Who’s the one artist you would love to collaborate with? Tag @NRJMediaGroup or DM us.

💬 We’d love to hear how Energis Podcast has sparked your journey! Share your story with us ✨

🌐 Thank you for listening! Stay inspired. Stay bold. Stay Energis’d. Visit us at www.nrjmediagroup.com to learn more and connect with our growing community.

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Chapters

1. Meeting Lyle Workman, Music Legend (00:00:00)

2. Beatles Influence and Musical Beginnings (00:03:21)

3. From Bands to Record Deals (00:07:54)

4. Breaking Into Film Composing (00:14:03)

5. The Art of Creating Film Scores (00:19:15)

6. Working with Directors and Creative Trust (00:27:38)

7. Current Projects and Live Performances (00:35:31)

8. The Universal Language of Music (00:42:39)

9. Final Thoughts and Open Mic (00:51:10)

9 episodes

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Manage episode 489244620 series 3662299
Content provided by NRJ Media Group. All podcast content including episodes, graphics, and podcast descriptions are uploaded and provided directly by NRJ Media Group or their podcast platform partner. If you believe someone is using your copyrighted work without your permission, you can follow the process outlined here https://staging.podcastplayer.com/legal.

🎸 Lyle Workman has done what few musicians can. He mastered the art of hit songs and the craft of film scores, building a career that spans rock legends and Hollywood blockbusters.

Whether trading guitar licks with Beck and Sting or scoring comedies like "The 40-Year-Old Virgin" and "Superbad," Lyle’s work has quietly shaped the soundtrack of pop culture. His journey moves between studio sessions and scoring stages, blending instinct, precision, and creative trust. His career is a masterclass in blending artistic freedom with the demands of both rock stages and Hollywood scoring rooms.

Don’t miss this exclusive conversation with a multi-genre artist whose work bridges music, film, and cultural moments. Lyle shares insights on creativity, collaboration, and the passion that keeps him exploring new sounds after decades in the business.

🎯 What You’ll Hear:
✔ The evolution from touring musician to Hollywood composer
✔ How collaborations with icons like Prince, Beck, and Sting shaped his sound
✔ Behind-the-scenes stories from scoring hit comedies with Judd Apatow
✔ The creative discipline that sustains a multi-decade career
✔ How adaptability keeps you relevant in a changing industry

💬 Ask Us:
Who’s the one artist you would love to collaborate with? Tag @NRJMediaGroup or DM us.

💬 We’d love to hear how Energis Podcast has sparked your journey! Share your story with us ✨

🌐 Thank you for listening! Stay inspired. Stay bold. Stay Energis’d. Visit us at www.nrjmediagroup.com to learn more and connect with our growing community.

  continue reading

Chapters

1. Meeting Lyle Workman, Music Legend (00:00:00)

2. Beatles Influence and Musical Beginnings (00:03:21)

3. From Bands to Record Deals (00:07:54)

4. Breaking Into Film Composing (00:14:03)

5. The Art of Creating Film Scores (00:19:15)

6. Working with Directors and Creative Trust (00:27:38)

7. Current Projects and Live Performances (00:35:31)

8. The Universal Language of Music (00:42:39)

9. Final Thoughts and Open Mic (00:51:10)

9 episodes

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