Education and Early Career Milestones

Thomas’s dedication to mastering his craft led him to earn a degree in audio production and music business, as well as a certificate in music composition from the University of Wisconsin Oshkosh.

During his time there, he produced for artists across the United States, co-founded the band Let Them Eat Cake, and experimented with sound design by incorporating unconventional sources such as plastic bottles and viral TikTok audio clips.

He studied solo piano and chamber music under Dr. Eli Kalman, honed his composition skills with Dr. Ed Martin and Dr. John Mayrose, and refined his production abilities with Nathan Edwards.

Connect with Thomas O'Shea

From the quiet landscapes of Wisconsin to the buzzing networks of the global music scene, Thomas O Shea has carved out a path defined by creativity, precision, and a fearless approach to sound. Known for his crisp mixes, innovative sampling, and genre-blending style, Thomas is more than just a producer—he’s a musical storyteller who finds melodies in unexpected places.

A Musical Journey Across Continents

Born Yoon Young Hoon in South Korea and adopted by an Irish American family, Thomas’s journey to music began in the most unassuming of places: the church piano. As a child, he was captivated by the pianist during Sunday services, a fascination that sparked an early pursuit of music lessons and performances.

By age 6, he was learning piano; at 7, he began singing; by 13, he made his first beat; and at 14, he wrote his first song—setting in motion a career that would never look back.

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Collaborations and Industry Impact

Over the years, Thomas has collaborated with Billboard charting and Grammy-nominated producers, adding a new dimension to his artistry. His productions, remixes, and sound experiments have been recognized not only for their technical excellence but also for their emotional resonance.

Outside of music production, Thomas has brought his expertise to various sectors of the entertainment industry—working with award-winning comedians, magicians, mentalists, drag queens, and performers featured on America’s Got Talent, Britain’s Got Talent, Penn & Teller’s Fool Us, the Daytime Emmy Awards, and RuPaul’s Drag Race.

A Sound That Defies Categories

Thomas’s music defies strict genre labels. He blends pop, hip hop, RnB, and EDM into a seamless sonic experience, weaving in unexpected sounds from his surroundings. This ability to create from the ordinary has led listeners and critics to describe his style as both cutting-edge and deeply human.

His work has reached over 500,000 listeners worldwide, with features on Cage Riot Music, ProducerCulture, and DJ Pain 1’s Music Entrepreneur Club podcast.

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