Shelly Yakus
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Sheldon Gershon "Shelly" Yakus (born November 1945) is an American music engineer and mixer. Formerly chief engineer and vice president of A&M Records, he was nominated for induction into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame in 1999. Yakus is referenced at the end of one of Tom Petty's songs "What're You Doin' In My Life?" As of 2014, Yakus was chief engineer of AfterMaster Audio Labs and Recording Studios, a recording firm he co-founded with Larry Ryckman, who is its CEO. Yakus is also vice president of Studio One Media, Inc. Yakus has engineered recordings for many performers, including John Lennon, the Ramones, U2, Tom Petty and the Heartbreakers, Van Morrison, Alice Cooper, the Band, Blue Öyster Cult, Dire Straits, Amy Grant, Don Henley, Madonna, Stevie Nicks, The Pointer Sisters, Raspberries, Lou Reed, Bob Seger, Patti Smith, Suzanne Vega, Warren Zevon, Cutting Crew, Star Radio, Elliott Murphy and Joan Armatrading. He acted as assistant engineer (1967–1969) for recordings by Dionne Warwick, Peter, Paul & Mary, Frankie Valli & The Four Seasons, Count Basie & His Orchestra, and Frank Sinatra. Yakus is the son of songwriter Milton Yakus, known for composing "Old Cape Cod". Milton, with his brother, Herbert, owned Ace Recording Studios in Boston where Shelly worked in the 1960s before moving on to A & R Recording in New York.
Career Statistics & Market Influence
Analyzing the cinematic journey of Shelly Yakus reveals a career defined by diverse artistic exploration. With a total of 1 major appearances, the actor has established a significant footprint in global cinema.
Genre Dominance: Documentary
The majority of Shelly Yakus's filmography leans towards the Documentary genre. Audience data suggests that viewers respond most favorably to this persona, though their versatility has allowed for successful crossovers into other categories.
The "Box Office" Signature
With a 0% Success Ratio (movies rated above 6.5), Shelly Yakus remains a reliable draw for studios. Their peak performance was recorded in Classic Albums: Tom Petty & The Heartbreakers - Damn the Torpedoes, which continues to be the benchmark for their career rating-wise.
Best Shelly Yakus Movies Ranked
Must-watch hits from Shelly Yakus's career based on audience ratings.
Complete Filmography & Success Status
Tracking the career evolution and box office verdicts of Shelly Yakus.
| Year | Movie | Character | Success | More |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2010 | Classic Albums: Tom Petty & The Heartbreakers - Damn the Torpedoes | Self | Average | Similar → |
Shelly Yakus - Frequently Asked Questions
What is the best movie of Shelly Yakus?
According to audience ratings, the best movie starring Shelly Yakus is "Classic Albums: Tom Petty & The Heartbreakers - Damn the Torpedoes" with a rating of 6.3/10.
How many movies has Shelly Yakus acted in?
Shelly Yakus has been featured in at least 1 major films throughout their career.