Tyler Bates, born on June 5, 1965, is a multifaceted American artist, encompassing the roles of musician, music producer, and composer of film, television, and video game scores. His extensive work spans across various genres, with a significant focus on action and horror films, such as Dawn of the Dead, 300, Sucker Punch, Halloween, and Halloween II, as well as the John Wick franchise.
Throughout his career, Tyler Bates has collaborated with renowned directors, including Zack Snyder, Rob Zombie, Gennady Tartakovsky, Neil Marshall, William Friedkin, Scott Derrickson, James Gunn, Chad Stahelski, and David Leitch. His impressive portfolio also includes his work as the lead guitarist of the American rock band Marilyn Manson, where he has produced several albums, including The Pale Emperor, Heaven Upside Down, and One Assassination Under God – Chapter 1.
In addition to his musical endeavors, Tyler Bates is also a touring and studio member of the band formed by Jerry Cantrell.