The Cockatoo
Welcome to the Cockatoo, your dedicated source for all things related to the vibrant Australian music community in the USA.
In this podcast, we bring you closer to the heart of the scene, focusing on the journey and people that are shaping the unique fusion of Australian talent and the USA’s dynamic music landscape.
Whether you're an artist, industry professional, or a music enthusiast, join us on this as we explore inspiring stories, offer insider insights, and connect the thriving Aussie-expat community.
The Cockatoo
8. Chris 'TEK' O'Ryan
In this episode of The Cockatoo, your host Adam Burke dives deep into the musical journey of Chris O'Ryan, better known as TEK - a highly respected sound engineer, mixer, and producer. Originally hailing from Melbourne and now based in Los Angeles, Tek's story is one of perseverance and talent. Since arriving in the US in 2002 as an unpaid intern, he has risen to become one of the world's foremost vocal producers.
Tek's impressive portfolio and work ethic earned him a Grammy for engineering Mary J Blige's Groundbreaking R&B album, Growing Pains, with six further Grammy nominations soon to follow. Boasting collaborations with music legends such as Justin Bieber, Alan Walker, Usher, Katy Perry, Ciara, David Guetta, Mariah Carey, Frank Ocean, Mary J. Blige, Ariana Grande, Rihanna, Jennifer Lopez, and Celine Dion, TEK shows no signs of slowing down.