Klarmann/Weber

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Klarmann/Weber is a German songwriting and record production duo, consisting of Irmgard Klarmann and Felix Weber.

The duo have composed and produced music since the late 1970s. In the 1980s, Klarmann/Weber established their name in Germany and internationally as successful songwriters. [1] In the 90's Klarmann and Weber focused on working more with UK and US based artists and songwriters, which eventually led Felix Weber to relocate to the US. Klarmann/Weber is now writing and performing their songs in their own music studios in Germany and the US.

Klarmann/Weber's songs gained international recognition with artists such as Chaka Khan, [2] [3] [4] Randy Crawford, [5] [6] Paul Anka, [7] Nancy Wilson, [8] La Toya Jackson, [9] Toni Braxton (The Braxtons "Good Life"), [10] Tracie Spencer [11] and La Bouche. [12]

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