Sir George Henry Martin (b. 1/3/1926) is a British record producer, arranger and composer. He is sometimes referred to as “the Fifth Beatle”-a title that he owes to his work as producer of almost all of The Beatles’ records as well as playing piano on some Beatle tracks.During, and after, his work with The Beatles, Martin produced many other international acts through his Associated Independent Recording (AIR) company, which has studios in London and Montserrat.
In recognition of his services to the music industry and popular culture, he was made a Knight Bachelor in 1996. He is the father of producer Giles Martin, and actor Gregory Paul Martin.


