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Warryn Campbell is a Grammy-winning producer and multi-instrumentalist known for his work in gospel and R&B. A former VP of A&R at Elektra Records, he’s produced for icons like Mary Mary, Kanye West, Alicia Keys, Brandy, and Musiq Soulchild, while performing as part of the gospel group The Soul Seekers.

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Warryn Campbell — Producer, Songwriter & Multi-Instrumentalist

Gospel • R&B • Hip-Hop • Elektra Records • The Soul Seekers

Warryn Campbell is an acclaimed American record producer, songwriter, and multi-instrumentalist whose artistry bridges gospel, R&B, and soul. From session musician to hit-maker and executive, his influence resonates across modern music.

Early Career & Mentorship

Warryn began his career under the mentorship of DJ Quik, contributing as a session musician and producer on Quik’s landmark album Safe + Sound. This early experience shaped his studio discipline and set the tone for a prolific career grounded in authenticity and musicianship.

Production & Songwriting Credits

Campbell’s production and songwriting catalog includes work with a wide spectrum of legendary artists, such as:

  • Mary Mary
  • Kanye West
  • Alicia Keys
  • Xzibit
  • Yolanda Adams
  • Mos Def
  • Missy Elliott
  • Kierra Sheard
  • Brandy
  • Dave Hollister
  • Mario
  • Kelly Price
  • Shanice
  • Dru Hill
  • Clark Sisters / Dorinda Clark-Cole
  • Musiq Soulchild
Grammy-Winning Collaborations Cross-Genre Innovation 20+ Years of Influence

The Soul Seekers & Gospel Roots

In addition to his studio legacy, Warryn performs with The Soul Seekers, a modern quartet-style gospel group signed to GospoCentric Records. Their music fuses tradition with contemporary energy, reinforcing Campbell’s deep spiritual and musical foundation.

Executive Leadership

Warryn served as Vice President of A&R for Elektra Records, where he oversaw artist development and recording strategy—balancing creative instinct with executive insight to build long-term careers.

Recent & International Projects

Expanding his global reach, Warryn co-produced Australian R&B singer Jade MacRae’s second album Get Me Home (2008) and later collaborated with Amerie on the rock-inspired track “Higher” for her album In Love & War.

Legacy & Mission

Warryn Campbell’s career embodies the balance between faith, artistry, and excellence. His commitment to authenticity, mentorship, and musical innovation continues to inspire a new generation of gospel and R&B creators worldwide.

A&R Contacts

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Jeff Fenster

A&R Executive · All Genres

Past: Jive, Island Def Jam, Geffen, Warner · Known for Britney Spears, Backstreet Boys, Dua Lipa, Bebe Rexha.

Alex Dollar

A&R Executive · Pop, Rock, Hip-Hop

Crazed Hits, Warner Bros. · Early discovers: Imagine Dragons, The Weeknd, Nicki Minaj; worked w/ Passenger, Bebe Rexha.

Sam Hook

A&R Executive · Pop, Hip-Hop

Artist-first development, relationship-driven feedback; R&B Money podcast guest.

Ken Komisar

A&R Executive · All Genres

President, NHMM (Notting Hill Music Masters & Management). Streams in tens of millions; UK/US radio support.

Donny “Dizzy” Flores

A&R Executive · Hip-Hop, Trap, Rap

We Good LLC; DJ Snake lead A&R/executive producer. Credits incl. “Taki Taki”, “Loco Contigo”.

Sydney Alston

A&R Executive · Hip-Hop, Pop, Rock

Artist development, mgmt & production; placements with UMG/Capitol/Sony acts.

Ryan Ramsey

A&R / Manager · Hip-Hop, R&B

Worked with Brandy, Nicki Minaj (Blueprint/Maverick); Rich The Kid management.

Chris Gotti

A&R Executive · Hip-Hop / R&B

Co-founder Murder Inc./The Inc.; Ja Rule, Ashanti, Lloyd. Add Ventures Music founder.

Anthony Johnson

A&R / CEO, 2 Johnson Ent. · All Genres

Work w/ Sony/Epic/Roc Nation/Republic/Atlantic/Def Jam; hits w/ Jay-Z, Kanye, Ne-Yo, Kelly Clarkson, Janet Jackson.

Dino Delvaille

A&R Executive · Artist-Rights Focus

Artist-centric approach; ensures creators retain rights and recognition.

Premo $tallone

A&R Executive · Hip-Hop, R&B, Pop

Affiliations: Darkchild, Timbaland, Don Cannon, DJ Drama. Gold/Platinum placements; billion+ streams.

Derek Minor

A&R Executive · Christian, Gospel, Trap

Dev & collabs: Lecrae, Andy Mineo, KB, Trip Lee, Hollyn, Canon; brand & audience strategy.

Rodney “Darkchild” Jerkins

Producer / A&R · Pop, R&B, Hip-Hop

Whitney, Brandy/Monica, Destiny’s Child, J. Lopez; Darkchild Records, Alienz Alive.

DJ Clue

A&R / DJ / Exec · Hip-Hop

Desert Storm co-founder; broke Fabolous; Hot 97 alum; major collab & production credits.

Warryn Campbell

Producer / A&R · Gospel, R&B, Hip-Hop

Grammy-winning; My Block Inc. founder; Mary Mary, Jennifer Hudson, Musiq Soulchild.

Jay Leopardi

A&R / Founder · Pop, Rap, Hip-Hop

AvenueAR co-founder; background in branding, licensing, SEO, product launch, endorsements.

Mauricio Londoño

A&R / Host · Latin, Pop

“Checking con Mauro” podcast; Latinx market strategy & development.

Anthony Mundle

A&R · Hip-Hop

Def Jam projects; 2 Chainz, YG, Dave East; artist authenticity & long-term development focus.

Daniel Werner

VP A&R · Pop

Universal Music Group; work with Tove Lo, Taio Cruz, Astrid S, Sigrid, Dean Lewis.

DaShawn “Happie” White

Exec A&R · Pop, K-Pop, Hip-Hop

Empire; collabs incl. Kanye, H.E.R., John Legend, Kehlani; champion of creative rooms/collab.

Jazmine Valencia

SVP A&R · Pop, R&B, Alt

UMG / Sony affiliations; authenticity-first artist development & inclusive leadership.

Jonathan “Ganda” Gandarilla

Producer / Manager · Latin Trap

Ganda Entertainment; Trap Capos series; work with Anuel AA, Bad Bunny, Yandel, Prince Royce.

Esther Anaya

DJ / Producer / A&R · EDM, Pop, Latin

LA Chargers Official DJ; Zouk LV residency; collab w/ Snoop Dogg; ASAF Angels founder.

Dave Santaniello

A&R Executive · Pop, Rock, Country

Community-driven discovery; blends classic A&R instincts with tech-forward strategy.

Kyle Weers

A&R · Hip-Hop, Pop

Made in Memphis Ent./Beatroot/Heavy Hitters; artist dev., sync & publishing integration.

Terry “Bear” Brown

A&R · Pop, R&B, Hip-Hop

Early talent ID for Darkchild/EMI; signed/prod. dev. credits incl. Tommy Brown & Bieber cuts.

Hutson Miller

Exec / A&R · Multigenre

VP A&R (Atlantic/EMI); film/TV & consumer tech; EVP Talent Relations at AvenueAR.

Michael (Mike) Colton

Co-Founder & Head of Production, AvenueAR · A&R

Creator-centric ops, feedback loops, exec outreach; live mentorship programming.

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