Tim Pagnotta is an award-winning multi-platinum songwriter, producer, and musician. As the principal singer and songwriter for the band Sugarcult, he toured the world for more than a decade with multiple platinum success. From there, his writing and production duties with Neon Trees spawned the hits “Animal,” & “Everybody Talks,.” Tim also produced the Walk The Moon album Talking Is Hard – which included the chart topping song “Shut Up and Dance”. Plus the 2020 #1 radio hit “Leave Me Alone “ by IDK How But They Found Me. ​ Recent works include Weezer, Blink 182, Bebe Rexha, Elle King, The Regrettes, The Strumbellas, and Lights. Tim has also received ASCAP, BMI and Billboard Music Awards.

Don’t miss this informative, entertaining and inspiring discussion and networking opportunity as we kick off our Winter Quarter Masterclass series with a bang! Music professional, Sugarcult guitarist & LACM faculty Marko DeSantis brings in a variety of pros from across the music industry spectrum and talks to them about their current projects, career path, pro-tips & advice. You’ll get insights on what it takes to make it in today’s music business, and probably some good life lessons in general. It’s a casual, comfortable & conversational vibe, so feel free to join in with your questions and, if you want, bring samples of your music to be critiqued! All are welcome to attend.