David Z (producer)

David Z
David Z in 2008.
Background information
Born
David Bruce Rivkin

(1948-03-25) March 25, 1948
OriginMinneapolis, Minnesota, U.S.
GenresRock, funk, pop rock
OccupationsMusic producer, songwriter, audio engineer
InstrumentsDrum Machine, guitar, piano
Years active1969–present

David Bruce Rivkin (born March 25, 1948), professionally known as David Z, is an American music producer, engineer, and songwriter from Minneapolis, Minnesota. He is best known for his long-standing work with Prince and has contributed to albums by Etta James, Billy Idol, BoDeans, Buddy Guy, and Neneh Cherry.

Rivkin was a member of Lipps Inc, with whom he had a US #1 and UK #2 hit with "Funkytown" (1980). He produced Fine Young Cannibals' "She Drives Me Crazy" (1988), creating the song's signature snare drum sound. As of 2021, Rivkin is based in Los Angeles.

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