Born in London, England. Composer, lyricist and record producer whose notable credits include film scores and songs for FLASHDANCE (1983), THE BREAKFAST CLUB (1985) and WISEGIRLS (2002). His songs have been used in such films as FOXES (1980), SUPERMAN III (1983), THE NEVERENDING STORY, GHOST BUSTERS, THIEF OF HEARTS and BEVERLY HILLS COP (all 1984), THE BREAKFAST CLUB (1985), SOME KIND OF WONDERFUL and BEVERLY HILLS COP II (both 1987), THE ADVENTURES OF FORD FAIRLAINE (1990), and THE GUN IN BETTY LOU'S HANDBAG (1992). One of his most popular songs is "Hot Stuff", which has been used in several films.  Best Achievement in Music Best Song 1983: FLASHDANCE "Flashdance... What a Feeling" - Lyric (w. Irene Cara)  Nominated for Achievement in Music Best Song 1987: BEVERLY HILLS COP II "Shakedown" - Music (w. Harold Faltermeyer) 1 nomination, 1 Award