Adrian J. Bent

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I am a dynamic and passionate musician with extensive experience in scoring short films, TV series, and feature films.

About

I am a dynamic and passionate musician with extensive experience in scoring short films, TV series, and feature films. As a multi-instrumentalist and go-to talent for both live and studio projects, I thrive in collaborative music creation and performance. My professional career spans from drumming for major artists to founding a specialized sound studio focused on music scoring for film and television.

I have toured with world-renowned musicians and served as a musical director for various acts, showcasing my leadership and musical expertise. I am deeply committed to all facets of music production and performance, always aiming to bring creativity and professionalism to every project I undertake.

  • 17 years' experience
  • Joined July 2025

Industry experience

  • Media & Entertainment
  • Education
  • Non-Profit Organization
  • Professional Services

Work experience· 6 roles

Founder & Lead Composer · Against The Grain Productions (ATG Music Inc.)Jan 2020 – Present · 6 yrs 11 mos

Founded and lead a full-service audio house specializing in composing and scoring music for film and television. Created background scores for TV series such as Total Knock Out, Mariah's World, Tournament of Laughs, and Steve Harvey’s Funderdome. Composed award-winning scores for numerous short films, including The Name’s Slim (Blood Horror Award for Best Score), and feature films like Fragile Seeds. The studio focuses on high-quality audio compositions with a diverse portfolio across media formats.

Founder & Lead Composer · Against The Grain Productions (ATG Music Inc.)Jan 2020 – Present · 6 yrs 11 mos

Led a sound studio specializing in audio compositions for film and television, focusing on music scoring. Composed background scores for TV series such as Total Knock Out, Mariah’s World, Tournament of Laughs, and Steve Harvey’s Funderdome. Created scores for various short films and feature films, including award-winning and nominated works. Managed all aspects of music production for studio projects.

Founder & Composer · Against the Grain Productions (ATG Productions Inc.)Jan 2020 – Present · 6 yrs 11 mos

Founded and led a successful production company, managing creative direction, client relationships, and all business operations. Delivered award-winning scores for TV, film, and commercials, collaborating closely with directors, editors, and post-production teams to refine musical elements and enhance storytelling. Provided expert guidance for directors on musical scoring and adaptive scoring across multiple genres.

Drummer / Musical Director · Touring LifeJan 2009 – Present · 17 yrs 11 mos
Drummer · Touring LifeJan 2009 – Present · 17 yrs 11 mos
Touring Percussionist & Music Director · Various Artists and ToursJan 2009 – Present · 17 yrs 11 mos

Education· 6

Diploma · Humber College2009
Commercial Jazz Music Program · Humber College2010
Jazz Music Program · Humber College2010
High School Diploma · Mother Teresa Secondary School2006

Certifications and awards· 7

The Names Slim 2022 – Blood Horror Award for Best Score2022 – 2025
Ginney’s Enterprise 2023 – Golden Fern Film Award - Best Original Score2025
TKO 2018 - Background Score2025
TKO 2018 - Background Score2018

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