Jason T. Miller had little chance of making a career for himself in anything other than music, and this was clear from a very young age. In fact, it probably began at around eight-years-old, when he picked up the guitar for the first time.

Years after veteran TV/film composer and arranger, Bruce Miller, bought the instrument for his son, Jason, they’d find themselves frequent collaborators (as co-composers of many primetime network TV shows). Today, Bruce can add the role of proud father to his list of credits, as Jason has established himself as a dynamic, versatile, independent behind-the-scenes force in the music industry.

Jason’s childhood was unique to that of most of his friends. It included attending recording sessions featuring the best musicians in the business. Music would become his obsession. Impressed by Jason’s prowess on the guitar, many local bands offered him gigs during high school, but he wanted to play more than just “punk-rock and power chords.” At 17, he was invited to join his high school science teacher’s blues/rock band and performed at venues throughout LA. He was oftentimes accompanied by his parents since he was underage.

As his musical proficiency increased, so did the opportunities for session work.

“One of the first TV scores I played on was an episode of ‘Frasier,’ providing the heavy metal riffs of Kelsey Grammer’s obnoxious neighbor,” said Jason.

Not long after that, Jason was selected (out of a handful of well-known session guitarists) by Dave Hackel, the creator and executive producer of the hit CBS comedy, ‘Becker,’ to play in the show’s themes and underscore.

“The ‘Becker’ gig was a fantastic opportunity that taught me a ton about the business of recording work and composing for TV,” Jason continued.

While still enrolled at UCLA, Jason’s virtuosity earned him numerous accolades in the rock and guitar worlds. He won the national “Jam with Kenny Wayne Shepherd” guitar competition in 2000 and was one of five finalists in the 2002 “North American Rock Guitar Competition.” He was also featured in such publications as Guitar Player, Blues Revue, Parade Magazine and on Fender Guitars’ official website, among others.

After graduating from UCLA, Jason continued to expand his resume by adding ‘television composer’ to the list, as well as writing and producing records. He would work with various up-and-coming artists around Los Angeles, producing them out of his small studio carved out in his apartment’s living room. He quickly wound up scoring two major superstar coups in the R&B and hip-hop worlds. Collaborating with Kanye West, he co-wrote and produced “Good Night,” a track featuring Mos Def and Al Be Back, on West’s multi-platinum, triple Grammy Award-winning album “Graduation.” The song was available as a bonus cut for those who purchased the album on iTunes and on the album’s release in Japan, Australia and the U.K., where it hit #1.

In 2009, Grammy-nominated R&B singer Keyshia Cole recorded “This Is Us,” a song Jason co-wrote on her platinum selling album “A Different Me.” Jason is also credited as a co-producer of the track with legendary A&R executive, songwriter and producer, Ron Fair.

In April 2015, country legend Reba McEntire recorded “Promise Me Love,” co-written by Jason, and released on her 27th studio album, “Love Somebody.”

One of the most meaningful projects he’s been involved with to date was for Hillary Clinton’s 2016 presidential run, co-composing the music for a short documentary film about Hillary’s mother, titled “Shoulders,” that was released during the Democratic National Convention. The film also included a cover of Josh Groban’s smash hit “You Raise Me Up,” which Jason co-produced. Just days after its release, the video had amassed millions of views online.

Currently, Jason is keeping as busy as ever. Having gotten involved in the world of TV advertisements, his music can be heard on commercials for companies such as Disney, Charmin, Wells Fargo, Dave’s Killer Bread, and many more. In addition to this, an amazing opportunity came in the form of the hit TV series “Frasier” being rebooted on Paramount+ in the Fall of 2023. Alongside his dad, Jason is scoring the new show, as well as having rearranged the iconic theme song his dad composed over 30 years ago!

As for what the future holds? “More of the same, hopefully,” says Jason. “Being able to make a career for myself doing what I love is all I can ask for. You do your best and hope for some luck along the way!”

*Bio originally written by Jonathan Widran