Legendary New Zealand music pioneer Doug Hood died Tuesday at the age of 70 after a long battle with throat cancer.
The beloved music producer worked as a studio engineer and mixer for over forty years, helping many popular New Zealand bands perfect their sound.
During his successful career he has worked with a number of acclaimed New Zealand and international bands including The Clean, MGMT, The Chills and The Verlaines.
Hood’s son Jack confirmed the heartbreaking news to Radio NZ.
“My mother and I were here with my father when he died. It was very peaceful and dignified,” Jack began.
“It’s been a tough battle for him the last few years. He’s been living his life on his own terms.”
In addition to his work as an engineer, Hood also worked as a music promoter for several popular Australian bands, including Hunters & Collectors
Hood was born in 1953 in Te Kuiti, a small town on New Zealand’s North Island, and began his successful career in 1981 with Flying Nun Records.
Legendary New Zealand music pioneer Doug Hood died Tuesday at the age of 70 after a long battle with throat cancer. Pictured
Throughout his career he built a reputation as a true studio professional, helping countless artists create a clear sound that they used on their studio albums.
In recognition of his years of service to music, Hood was decorated by His Majesty the King in the 2023 Birthday and Coronation Honours and appointed an Officer of the New Zealand Order of Merit.
In 2022, he was diagnosed with cancer.
Hood is survived by his wife Victoria and their son Jack, 36.
The beloved music producer worked as a studio engineer and mixer for over forty years, helping many popular New Zealand bands perfect their sound. During his celebrated career, he worked with a host of acclaimed Kiwi and international bands, including The Clean, MGMT, The Chills and The Verlaines