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Donald Thomas ‘Tom’ Scholz was born on the 10th May 1947, in Ottawa Hills, Ohio USA, and is a musician, best recognised for being the founder, guitarist, keyboardist, songwriter as well as producer of the rock band Boston. Music is the main source of Tom Scholz net worth. He has been active in the entertainment industry since 1969.

How much is the net worth of Tom Scholz? It has been estimated by authoritative sources that the overall size of his net worth is as much as $10 million, as of the data presented in the middle of 2016.

Tom Scholz Net Worth $10 Million

To begin with, Tom was raised in Toledo, Ohio, and before devoting his career to music, Scholz graduated as an engineer from Massachusetts Institute of Technology with a BA in 1969, and earning Master’s degree in 1970. In 1969, he formed the rock band Boston. After making several demos (all done entirely by Tom), finally the group signed a contract with Epic Records, and their first, self-title album “Boston” appeared in 1976, which was certified diamond in the USA. Consequently, Scholz’s work as a composer and arranger was successful; he created such popular songs as “More Than a Feeling” and “Peace of Mind”. However, his greatest work is “Hitch a Ride”, a song that shows the musical talent of Scholz, who composed and made all the arrangements of the song. After the appearance of the album “Do Not Look Back” in 1978 (certified seven times platinum) , Scholz got into legal trouble with the record label, which caused troubles for the following album of Boston named “Third Stage” to see the light until 1986 – this was certified four times platinum in USA. Scholz again showed that he is able to compose any music, with songs like “Amanda” which quickly appeared on the charts. His net worth benefited significantly.

After years of absence, the studio album “Walk On” (1994) came to light, which was certified platinum. In 2002, the band released the album “Corporate America”, and Boston’s last album came out in 2013, entitled “Life, Love & Hope”.

Furthermore, Tom Scholz has his own company called Scholz Research & Development. Scholz developed sound equipment entitled Rockman, which apart from giving a unique sound, at the time his group was also used by groups like Def Leppard, ZZ Top, Bulin Band. He also collaborated creating the songs for other artists, like the song “Peace of Mind” for the Christian metal band Stryper, on their studio album, “Murder by Pride” (2009).

Finally, in the personal life of the musician and composer, Scholz married Kim Hart in 2007, and they live in the Boston area. It is the second marriage for Tom. From his first marriage Scholz has a son, Jeremy.

Also, Scholz has been characterized as a protector of nature and environmental issues – besides being a vegetarian, he is a member of Greenpeace. He created the Charitable DTS Foundation in 1987 to help in supporting the causes related to animal protection, supply of vegetarian resources, stop world hunger, creating homeless shelters, food banks and animal rescues and shelters, and the defense of human rights. Through his work with his foundation he has raised millions of dollars. Tom has won many awards for its environmental and altruistic work.



Full Name Tom Scholz
Net Worth $10 Million
Date Of Birth March 10, 1947
Place Of Birth Ottawa Hills, Ohio USA
Height 6′ 5″ (1.96 m)
Profession Rock musician, guitarist, keyboardist, songwriter, founder of American band “Boston”
Education Ottawa Hills High School, Massachusetts Institute of Technology
Nationality American
Spouse Kim Hart (m. 2007)
IMDB http://www.imdb.com/name/nm1156342
Awards RIAA Gold & Platinum Awards (1976, 1978), BPI (British Phonographic Industry) Awards, Compassionate Action Award (PETA , 2013)
Record Labels Epic Records
Albums “Do “Boston” (1976), “Not Look Back” (1978), “Third Stage” (1986), “Walk On” (1994), “Corporate America (2002), “Life, Love & Hope” (2013),“Murder by Pride” (2009)
Music Groups Boston (Since 1976)
Nominations Grammy award as a “Best New Artist” – Band Boston”
Quote
1 Fun is when you’re writing a song and you’re trying a rough shot at a demo and… it works. That’s when it’s fun. After that, it’s work.
Fact
1 Was a basketball star for Ottawa Hills High School in Toledo, Ohio, where he graduated in 1965.
2 Of German descent.
3 After succumbing to pressure from Epic Records, he released Boston’s second album, “Don’t Look Back”, in 1978, just two years after the group’s self-titled debut album. Since then, new Boston studio albums have been released at eight year intervals – “Third Stage” (1986), “Walk On” (1994) and “Corporate America” (2002).
4 Though the Scholz written Boston song “More Than a Feeling” is one of the biggest album oriented radio hits of all time and established Boston as a melodic rock giant, some credit the song’s guitar riff with inspiring the grunge era.
5 The only person to appear on every Boston album.
6 Parted bitterly with original Boston members Barry Goudreau, Sib Hashian and Fran Sheehan, all of whom sued Scholz. The cases were all settled out of court. The other original Boston member, Bradley Delp, left the band for Boston’s “Walk On” album but returned shortly afterward.
7 Aggresstively promotes vegetarian and environmental causes in the liner notes of Boston’s albums.
8 U.S. hits include “More Than a Feeling” (#5, 1976), “Long Time” (#22, 1977), “Peace of Mind” (#38, 1977), “Don’t Look Back” (#4, 1978), “A Man I’ll Never Be” (#31, 1978), “Amanda” (#1- 2 weeks, 1986), “We’re Ready” (#9, 1986), and “Can’tcha Say (You Believe in Love)” (#20, 1987). There were no hits off their fourth album, ‘Walk On.’
9 Lead guitarist, keyboardist and songwriter for the band Boston. Formed in 1975, their album releases include “Boston” (1976), “Don’t Look Back” (1978), “Third Stage” (1986), “Walk On” (1994), and “Greatest Hits” (1997). Other members included Bradley Delp on vocals and guitar, Barry Goudreau on guitar, Fran Sheehan on bass and Sib Hashian on drums. By the release of their third album, only Scholz and Delp remained from the original line-up. When “Walk On” came out in 1994, Scholz was the only remaining original member still in the band.
10 Is the founder of “The Rockman”, a mini-guitar amplifier with headphones that is often used by professional musicians.
11 Acquired a master’s degree in mechanical engineering at MIT, and was a senior product designer for the Polaroid Corporation when he formed Boston. He made music in his off-hours, and most of Boston’s debut album was recorded by him in his basement, which he turned into a home studio.

Soundtrack

Title Year Status Character
South Park 2016 TV Series writer – 2 episodes
The Middle 2015 TV Series writer – 1 episode
Glee 2014 TV Series writer – 1 episode
Independent Lens 2013 TV Series documentary writer – 1 episode
Grand Theft Auto V 2013 Video Game writer: “Peace of Mind”
Are You Here 2013 writer: “Foreplay/Longtime”
The Heat 2013/I writer: “More Than a Feeling”
The Voice 2012 TV Series writer – 2 episodes
Don’t Stop Believin’: Everyman’s Journey 2012 Documentary writer: “More Than A Feeling”
Any Questions for Ben? 2012 writer: “More Than A Feeling” – as Scholz
CMA Music Festival: Country’s Night to Rock 2011 TV Movie writer: “Long Time” – uncredited
Zookeeper 2011 writer: “Smokin'”, “More Than a Feeling”
Burlesque 2010/I writer: “More Than a Feeling”
Formula 1: BBC Sport 2010 TV Series writer – 1 episode
Fubar: Balls to the Wall 2010 writer: “More Than a Feeling”
Ellen: The Ellen DeGeneres Show 2010 TV Series writer – 1 episode
American Idol 2010 TV Series writer – 1 episode
Hitchhiker Munchkins 2009 Short writer: “More Than A Feeling”
The Men Who Stare at Goats 2009 writer: “More Than A Feeling”
20 to 1 2009 TV Series documentary writer – 1 episode
Madagascar: Escape 2 Africa 2008 writer: “More Than A Feeling”
Lymelife 2008 writer: “More Than a Feeling”
Karaoke Revolution Presents: American Idol Encore 2008 Video Game writer: “More Than A Feeling”
Carpoolers TV Series producer – 1 episode, 2007 writer – 1 episode, 2007
SingStar Amped 2007 Video Game writer: “More Than A Feeling”
Supernatural 2007 TV Series writer – 1 episode
Criminal Minds 2007 TV Series writer – 1 episode
October Road 2007 TV Series writer – 1 episode
Gracie 2007 writer: “Don’t Look Back”
In Case of Emergency TV Series producer – 1 episode, 2007 writer – 1 episode, 2007
The Last 48 Hours of Kurt Cobain 2007 TV Movie documentary writer: “More Than a Feeling” – uncredited
The Knights of Prosperity TV Series producer – 1 episode, 2007 writer – 1 episode, 2007
Rock Band 2007 Video Game writer: “Foreplay/Long Time”
Ha-Shminiya 2006 TV Series writer – 1 episode
What About Brian 2006 TV Series writer – 1 episode
Air Guitar Nation 2006 Documentary writer: “More Than a Feeling”
Scrubs TV Series writer – 2 episodes, 2006 producer – 1 episode, 2006
Guitar Hero 2005 Video Game writer: “More Than a Feeling”
Herbie Fully Loaded 2005 writer: “More Than A Feeling”
Grand Theft Auto: San Andreas 2004 Video Game writer: “Smokin'”
What the #$*! Do We (K)now!? 2004 Documentary writer: “More Than A Feeling”
Cold Case TV Series producer – 1 episode, 2003 writer – 1 episode, 2003
The Sopranos TV Series producer – 1 episode, 2000 writer – 1 episode, 2000
Freaks and Geeks 2000 TV Series writer – 1 episode
Space Ghost Coast to Coast 1999 TV Series writer – 1 episode
The Limey 1999 writer: “Smokin'”
That ’70s Show 1998 TV Series writer – 1 episode
Krippendorf’s Tribe 1998 writer: “More Than a Feeling”
Raging Angels 1995 writer: “Livin’ for You”
She’s Having a Baby 1988 producer: “MORE THAN A FEELING” / writer: “MORE THAN A FEELING”
Foxes 1980 lyrics: “More Than a Feeling” – as Donald T. Scholz / music: “More Than a Feeling” – as Donald T. Scholz
WKRP in Cincinnati 1978 TV Series writer – 1 episode
FM 1978 writer: “More Than A Feeling”
Close Encounters of the Third Kind 1977 producer: “More Than a Feeling” 1976 – uncredited / writer: “More Than a Feeling” 1976 – uncredited
Top of the Pops 1977 TV Series writer – 2 episodes

Music Department

Title Year Status Character
Aftermath: The Station Fire Five Years Later 2008 TV Movie music performer

Thanks

Title Year Status Character
Space Ghost Coast to Coast 1999 TV Series Boston logo/ship courtesy of – 1 episode

Self

Title Year Status Character
Soundbreaking: Stories from the Cutting Edge of Recorded Music 2016 TV Mini-Series documentary Himself
Tom Scholz: Sound Machine 2014 Documentary short Himself
The Best Hit USA 2014 TV Series Himself
The Secret Life of Scientists and Engineers 2014 TV Series Himself

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