Who was Herb Trawick?

Herb Trawick was a creator, executive producer, and co-host of the podcast Pensado's Place, and a former manager for Brian McKnight.

What significant projects was Herb Trawick involved in?

Herb Trawick was involved in creating Pensado's Place, managing Brian McKnight and Dave Pensado, and producing the Broadway musical 'Hot Feet'.

What awards and recognitions did Herb Trawick receive?

Herb Trawick received the Creative Visionary Award and was inducted into the Technical Excellence and Creativity Hall of Fame.

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Music Industry Visionary Herb Trawick Dies at 69

23 Feb

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Summary

Co-creator of global podcast Pensado's Place.
Managed artists like Brian McKnight and Dave Pensado.
Founded Kalimba Entertainment and produced a Broadway musical.

Music Industry Visionary Herb Trawick Dies at 69

Herb Trawick, a pivotal figure in the music industry and co-creator of the widely acclaimed audio-tech series Pensado's Place, passed away peacefully at his California home on February 22, 2026, at the age of 69. Trawick's career spanned artist management, label executive roles, and production, leaving an indelible mark on countless individuals.

Born in Montreal, Canada, in 1956, Trawick moved to the United States as a child. He began his music industry journey in the early 1990s at SOLAR Records before transitioning to artist management. He successfully guided the careers of R&B star Brian McKnight and Grammy-winning engineer Dave Pensado, among others.