David Lynch

In addition to his work as a visionary, award-winning director, writer, producer, sound designer, and carpenter, music is a vital part of David Lynch's artistry. Amidst the industrial noise of his first feature-length film, 1977's Eraserhead, lurked the oddly touching "In Heaven." With lyrics penned by Lynch, the song -- like most of his work -- became a cult classic. Working with composer Angelo Badalamenti on the music for 1985's Blue Velvet, he realized music could be another rewarding form of expression, and the soundtrack to that movie set the standard for the Lynchian st...