Robert Wachtel Net Worth
Robert Wachtel Net Worth is
$1.2 Million
Robert Wachtel Bio/Wiki, Net Worth, Married 2018
Robert "Waddy" Wachtel (born May 24, 1947) is an American musician, composer and record producer, most notable for his guitar work. Wachtel's passion for music and ease of adaptation toward a variety of genres have placed him in a position as one of the most in-demand session musicians throughout his career, playing with high-profile rock musicians that include Linda Ronstadt, Stevie Nicks, Keith Richards, James Taylor, Iggy Pop, Warren Zevon, Bryan Ferry and Jackson Browne, amongst others, both in the studio, and on tour. | Date Of Birth | May 24, 1947 |
| Place Of Birth | Jackson Heights, Queens, New York City, New York, USA |
| Profession | Soundtrack, Composer, Music Department |
| Star Sign | Gemini |
| # | Fact |
|---|---|
| 1 | Zevon's song "Things to Do in Denver When You're Dead" (mid 1990s) refers to seeing "Waddy in the Rattlesnake Cafe / Dressed in black, tossin' back a shot of rye / Finding things to do in Denver when you die." |
| 2 | Friend and sometime musical collaborator with the late singer-songwriter Warren Zevon. Zevon's song "Things to Do in Denver When You're Dead" (mid 1990s) refers to seeing "Waddy in the Rattlesnake Cafe / Dressed in black, tossin' back a shot of rye / Finding things to do in Denver when you die.". |
| 3 | Member of the band Yesca One. |
Soundtrack
| Title | Year | Status | Character |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Tonight Show Starring Jimmy Fallon | 2016 | TV Series writer - 1 episode | |
| Regular Show in Space | 2015 | TV Series writer - 1 episode | |
| Hawaii Five-0 | 2014 | TV Series writer - 1 episode | |
| Supernatural | 2014 | TV Series writer - 1 episode | |
| The 2014 Rock & Roll Hall of Fame Induction Ceremony | 2014 | TV Movie performer: "Different Drum", "Blue Bayou", "You're No Good", "It's So Easy", "When Will I Be Loved", "Father and Son", "Wild World", "Peace Train" | |
| Glee | 2014 | TV Series writer - 1 episode | |
| Grimm | 2014 | TV Series writer - 1 episode | |
| Jimi: All Is by My Side | 2013 | performer: "Future Trip", "My Heart is Bleedin'" a/k/a "My Bleedin' Heart", "Wha Shuffle", "Waddania", "Hound Dog", "Scotch Solo", "Linda's Gift", "Warm Milk", "Manish Boy", "Birdland", "Sgt. Pepper's Lonely Hearts Club Band", "Wild Thing" / writer: "Wha Shuffle", "Waddania", "Scotch Solo", "Warm Milk", "Birdland" | |
| Grown Ups 2 | 2013 | writer: "Werewolves of London" - as Robert "Waddy' Wachtel' | |
| One Hit Wonderland | 2012 | TV Series documentary writer - 2 episodes | |
| Dancing with the Stars | 2011 | TV Series writer - 1 episode | |
| EastEnders | 2011 | TV Series writer - 1 episode | |
| Bucky Larson: Born to Be a Star | 2011 | performer: "Don't Be Long" / writer: "Don't Be Long" | |
| 20 to 1 | 2010 | TV Series documentary writer - 1 episode | |
| Community | 2010 | TV Series writer - 1 episode | |
| Californication | 2009 | TV Series writer - 1 episode | |
| My Name Is Earl | 2008 | TV Series writer - 1 episode | |
| Strange Wilderness | 2008 | performer: "Strange Wilderness Instrumental", "Gypsy Woman" / writer: "Strange Wilderness Instrumental", "Gypsy Woman" | |
| Australian Idol | 2006 | TV Series writer - 1 episode | |
| Hoot | 2006 | writer: "Werewolves of London" | |
| The Benchwarmers | 2006 | performer: "The Apologies" / writer: "The Apologies" | |
| North Country | 2005 | writer: "Werewolves Of London" | |
| Joe Dirt | 2001 | producer: "Pick Me Up When I Fall", "Italian Gangsters" / writer: "Pick Me Up When I Fall", "Italian Gangsters" | |
| The Waterboy | 1998 | writer: "New Year's Eve" | |
| Radiofreccia | 1998 | writer: "Werewolves of London" | |
| Mystery Science Theater 3000 | 1997 | TV Series writer - 1 episode | |
| Things to Do in Denver When You're Dead | 1995 | writer: "Things To Do In Denver When You're Dead" - as Woody Wachtel | |
| The Larry Sanders Show | 1993 | TV Series writer - 1 episode | |
| Cry-Baby | 1990 | writer: "DOIN' TIME FOR BEIN' YOUNG" | |
| Road House | 1989 | producer: "Don't Throw Stones", "Savoire Faire" | |
| Permanent Record | 1988 | producer: "Wishing on Another Lucky Star" | |
| Satisfaction | 1988 | producer: " I Can't Get No Satisfaction" | |
| The Color of Money | 1986 | writer: "Werewolves of London" - as Robert Wachtel | |
| Up in Smoke | 1978 | music: "Strawberry's", "Here Come the Mounties to the Rescue", "Rock Fight" |
Composer
| Title | Year | Status | Character |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jimi: All Is by My Side | 2013 | ||
| Jack and Jill | 2011/I | ||
| Bucky Larson: Born to Be a Star | 2011 | ||
| Paul Blart: Mall Cop | 2009 | music by | |
| The House Bunny | 2008 | ||
| Strange Wilderness | 2008 | ||
| The Last Request | 2006/I | ||
| The Benchwarmers | 2006 | ||
| Grandma's Boy | 2006 | ||
| Dickie Roberts: Former Child Star | 2003 | ||
| Joe Dirt | 2001 |
Music Department
| Title | Year | Status | Character |
|---|---|---|---|
| The 2014 Rock & Roll Hall of Fame Induction Ceremony | 2014 | TV Movie musician: guitar | |
| Jimi: All Is by My Side | 2013 | musician: guitars | |
| Buddy Holly: Listen to Me - The Ultimate Buddy Party | 2011 | TV Movie musical director | |
| Best of Chris Isaak | 2006 | Video musician | |
| Hurlyburly | 1998 | musician: guitars | |
| North Dallas Forty | 1979 | musician: guitar - uncredited | |
| Up in Smoke | 1978 | songs: New Music by | |
| FM | 1978 | musician: guitar, Linda Ronstadt concert sequence |
Actor
| Title | Year | Status | Character |
|---|---|---|---|
| Yes, Dear | 2004 | TV Series | 'Jailhouse Rock' Guitarist |
| The Drew Carey Show | 1998 | TV Series | Guitarist |
| The I'm Exhausted Concert | 1988 | TV Movie | Jesus Christ |
| The Poseidon Adventure | 1972 | Crump - Guitarist #1 (uncredited) |
Sound Department
| Title | Year | Status | Character |
|---|---|---|---|
| Soundstage | 2008 | TV Series documentary final mixer - 1 episode |
Self
| Title | Year | Status | Character |
|---|---|---|---|
| King of the Sidemen | Documentary post-production | Himself (rumored) | |
| The Everly Brothers: Harmonies from Heaven | 2016 | TV Movie documentary | Himself |
| Keith Richards: Under the Influence | 2015 | Documentary | Himself |
| Stevie Nicks: In Your Dreams | 2013 | Documentary | Vampire |
| Family Band: The Cowsills Story | 2011 | Documentary | Himself |
| Late Show with David Letterman | 2001-2008 | TV Series | Himself - Musical Support / Himself |
| Soundstage | 2008 | TV Series documentary | Himself - Guitar |
| The Life and Times of the Everly Brothers | 1996 | TV Movie documentary | Himself |
| Keith Richards and the X-Pensive Winos: Live in Boston | 1993 | Video | Himself |
| Keith Richards and the X-pensive Winos Live at the Hollywood Palladium - December 15, 1988 | 1991 | Video | Himself |
| Late Night with David Letterman | 1991 | TV Series | Himself |
| Walt Disney's Wonderful World of Color | 1988 | TV Series | Himself |
| Stevie Nicks: Live at Red Rocks | 1987 | Video documentary | Himself |
| Stevie Nicks in Concert | 1982 | TV Movie | Himself-Guitar |
| Saturday Night Live | 1979 | TV Series | Himself |
Won Awards
| Year | Award | Ceremony | Nomination | Movie |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2010 | ASCAP Award | ASCAP Film and Television Music Awards | Top Box Office Films | Paul Blart: Mall Cop (2009) |
Nominated Awards
| Year | Award | Ceremony | Nomination | Movie |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2015 | Black Reel | Black Reel Awards | Outstanding Score | Jimi: All Is by My Side (2013) |
Known for movies
Joe Dirt (2001)
as Composer
The Benchwarmers (2006)
as Composer
The Waterboy (1998)
as Soundtrack
Grown Ups 2 (2013)
as Soundtrack