KARL FRANCIS

"Music is watching thousands of people singing and dancing along to your creation, looking at their faces, seeing their smiles and enjoying the moment they're lost in... Music is emotion in audible form."

About Karl

Karl’s career has already spanned four decades with his roots lying in ‘Funk Soul’ music when he was the keyboardist for Galliano.

During these years his portfolio of work has been incredibly diverse, ranging from mainstream pop through to working with Manchester United & providing theme tunes / incidental music for Friends & Heros, Postman Pat & Rupert The Bear.

His mainstream career began at PWL where he earned significant recognition for his songwriting & production work with artists including Tina Cousins, 5ive, Westlife &, most notably, Steps.

Karl’s artistic talents were an undeniable contribution to the success of Steps who achieved 2 number-one albums in the UK, 14 consecutive top-5 singles (Including 2 number-ones) &, most recently, have enjoyed their 25th anniversary come back tour. Released in 2020 the ‘What The Future Holds’ album went to number one on the iTunes chart & included ‘Heartbreak In This City’, written & produced by Karl, which also achieved number-one success.

Karl’s capabilities include being able to compose & score full orchestral pieces & his latest endeavours are focussed on TV & film music production. This draws upon his experience working with Disney for Beauty & The Beast, Channel 5 for Rupert the Bear & BBC for Postman Pat.

A few key achievements

Karl’s musical talents extend across a diverse portfolio of work, covering many genres.

Karl has worked on numerous projects spanning mainstream pop through to TV & film music production.

Mainstream Pop – Song Writing

Karl has a long standing relationship with Steps, most recently working with them on their 25th Anniversary, iTunes chart topping, Album ‘What The Future Holds’. This included ‘Heartbreak In This City’, written & produced by Karl.

TV and Film – Theme Music and Incidentals

Karl composed & programmed the theme tune & incidental music for 52 episodes of ‘Friends & Heros’.

All Genres – Music Production

Karls production career spans many genres & he has worked for many high profile names, including Steps, Backstreet Boys, 5ive & Westlife.

Credits

Karl’s musical credits can be seen via the following link below.

Karl’s Latest Work

For Karl’s latest work please see his Spotify Artist Profile

Contact Karl

For all enquiries please email Karl’s managing agent at the below address.