Herbert "Herbie" Crichlow is a four-time ASCAP-awarded British-Barbadian music producer and songwriter living in Sweden. He is best known for his multiple diamond, platinum and gold awarded works. He is also known for his written collaborations with Max Martin, RedOne, Grammy award winner David Franks and Denniz Pop. In 1997, he was awarded the UN Non Violence project Special Award for outstanding works. Crichlow has crafted hits for pop artists such as Backstreet Boys, Zayn Malik, Robyn, Leila K, Rita Ora, Five, amongst many others. His songs have been Grammy Award nominated five times.
Herbert "Herbie" Nichols (1919 – 1963) was an American jazz pianist and composer who wrote the jazz standard "Lady Sings the Blues". Obscure during his lifetime, he is now highly regarded by many musicians and critics.