Date of Birth: April 26, 1940
Zodiac Sign: Taurus
Biography
Giovanni Giorgio Moroder, widely known as Giorgio Moroder, is an Italian record producer, songwriter, performer, and DJ. Born on April 26, 1940, in Urtijëi, South Tyrol, Italy, Moroder is often considered the “Father of Disco” for his pioneering work in electronic dance music. He began his career in the music industry in the late 1960s and gained international recognition in the 1970s with his groundbreaking collaborations with Donna Summer, producing hits like “I Feel Love,” “Love to Love You Baby,” and “Hot Stuff.” Throughout his career, Moroder has been a trailblazer in the use of synthesizers and electronic instruments, contributing to the development of genres such as synth-pop, new wave, and techno. His influence extends beyond the dance floor; he has composed scores for several iconic films, including “Midnight Express,” for which he won an Academy Award, as well as “Scarface,” “Flashdance,” and “Top Gun.” Moroder’s contributions to music have earned him numerous accolades, including multiple Grammy Awards, Golden Globes, and a spot in the Dance Music Hall of Fame. He continues to be an active figure in the music industry, performing DJ sets and collaborating with contemporary artists.
5 Interesting Facts about Giorgio Moroder
1. Giorgio Moroder won three Academy Awards: Best Original Score for “Midnight Express” (1978), Best Original Song for “Flashdance… What a Feeling” (1983), and Best Original Song for “Take My Breath Away” from “Top Gun” (1986).
2. His production work on Donna Summer’s “I Feel Love” in 1977 is often credited with revolutionizing electronic dance music and influencing the future of techno and house music.
3. Moroder has a penchant for fast cars and even designed a limited-edition sports car, the Cizeta-Moroder V16T.
4. He collaborated with Daft Punk on their 2013 album “Random Access Memories,” lending his voice and story to the track “Giorgio by Moroder.”
5. Moroder was the first artist to put a disco track to a film score, with his work on the soundtrack for “Midnight Express.”
5 Most Interesting Quotes from Giorgio Moroder
1. “Once you free your mind about the concept of harmony and music being correct, you can do whatever you want.”
2. “Disco is music for dancing, and people will always want to dance.”
3. “I am not a trained musician. I don’t read it or write it. But I do know how to make people move.”
4. “I have never been afraid of technology. I have always embraced it.”
5. “In my music, there’s a lot of trance, a lot of space, and a lot of energy.”
Highest Net Worth Achieved
At the peak of his career, Giorgio Moroder’s net worth was estimated to be around $20 million.
Children
Giorgio Moroder has one child, a son named Alex Moroder, who is also involved in the music industry.
Relevant Links
1. [Giorgio Moroder Official Website](http://www.giorgiomoroder.com/
2. [Giorgio Moroder on IMDb](https://www.imdb.com/name/nm0603886/
3. [Giorgio Moroder on Wikipedia](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Giorgio_Moroder
4. [Giorgio Moroder Discography on Discogs](https://www.discogs.com/artist/33014-Giorgio-Moroder
