Jimmy Ryan

James Ryan is an American musician, composer, producer, arranger, and author known for his music career spanning over six decades. He is an original member of the iconic 60s band The Critters, with hits Younger Girl, Mr. Dieingly Sad and Don’t Let The Rain Fall Down on Me. He has collaborated with artists such as Carly Simon, Paul McCartney, Cat Stevens, Elton John, and Rod Stewart. He has been inducted into the Iowa Rock 'n’ Roll Music Association Hall of Fame receiving the Lifetime Achievement Award. He is also known for composing music for television, including Themes for NBC News, CNBC, News 12 and Ganett News. He is also known for CBS Sports 1998 Olympics Opening Theme plus the musical soundtrack for CBS Movie, My Sergei, promotional music composition for Food Network, History Channel, Comedy Central, Showtime, USA Network, Lifetime, PBS, and the Discovery Channel.

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  Classic Albums

  Self

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  2022 Rock & Roll Hall of Fame Induction Ceremony

  Self - Performer

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  Carly Simon Live From Martha's Vineyard

  Electric Guitar

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  Classic Albums: Carly Simon - No Secrets

  Self

• 20222022 Rock & Roll Hall of Fame Induction CeremonySelf - Performer
• 2017Classic Albums: Carly Simon - No SecretsSelf
• 1997Classic AlbumsSelf
• 1988Carly Simon Live From Martha's VineyardElectric Guitar