You could say that Lou Pearlman has music in his blood. In addition to playing guitar for a band in his hometown of Flushing, Queens, New York, Louis J. Pearlman grew up musically inspired by his first cousin, Art Garfunkel. But when success in the music industry initially proved elusive, he turned his attention to another passion: his love for aviation. Armed with a strong vision, Lou Pearlman convinced Wall Street investors to help him start an air charter service. His vision came to fruition as Trans Continental Airlines was born. Oddly enough, it was Trans Continental Airlines that would eventually lead Lou Pearlman to his unbelievable success in the music industry.
After chartering jets for such music industry giants as Michael Jackson, Madonna and Phil Collins, Louis Pearlman received a charter request from the musical group, New Kids on the Block. Upon learning that these five young guys had amassed more than $100 million in record, tour and merchandise sales, Louis Pearlman decided it was time to re-enter the music industry from a different angle. With that decision, Trans Continental Records was created.
The Backstreet Boys, the first attempt from Lou Pearlman, catapulted Trans Continental Records into the spotlight of the world music scene, selling more than 65 million units worldwide and going gold and platinum in 45 different countries. Not long afterward, Trans Continental Records repeated that success with 'N SYNC, which sold over 56 million units globally.
In just a few short years, the Trans Continental Records' roster grew to include many other hit sensations including LFO and O-Town, a band that Lou Pearlman created for the ABC/MTV award-winning series, "Making the Band," the first network reality TV show. O-Town's debut single made recording history when it entered the Billboard single sales chart at number one. Artists on Trans Continental's roster include Aaron Carter, Jordan Knight, Natural, Sean van der Wilt, C Note, and Smilez & Southstar.
Louis J. Pearlman's musical empire in Orlando has continued to expand with the creation of an entertainment complex that features a state-of-the-art recording studio. Trans Continental Studios has been utilized by in-house artists and also by music industry stars such as Britney Spears, Creed, Matchbox 20, Mandy Moore, Alicia Keys, Art Garfunkel, K.C. & the Sunshine Band, Kenny Rogers, Eminem and Dr. Dre.
Pearlman's Talent Rock hosts talent search events showcasing thousands of aspiring vocalists, actors, models, dancers and comedians. Talent Rock events are setting a new standard in the industry by combining professional opportunity and workshop learning experiences with fun, exciting locations and musical entertainment.
In addition, Lou Pearlman produced "Longshot," a full length motion picture featuring some of today's hottest recording stars. Louis Pearlman has also been a producer and occasional guest for MTV's "Making the Band II" with Diddy. And, as if being a music mogul wasn't enough for Pearlman, he has also added author to his resume with the release of his book, "Bands, Brands and Billions."
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