Terry Melcher was an American musician, and record producer. He is best known for his association with the genre of music known as ‘California Sound.’ He played a major role in popularizing the folk rock genre too. Melcher was associated with rock bands like ‘The Byrds,’ and the ‘Beach Boys.’ Being born to musician parents, Melcher was inclined towards music right from his childhood. Melcher’s career in music started with an association with American singer Bruce Johnston. Melcher and Johnston created the vocal music group, ‘The Rip Chords.’ Later, he worked with ‘The Byrds,’ and produced the cover versions of popular songs, ‘Mr. Tambourine Man,’ and ‘Turn! Turn! Turn!’ He recorded a few solo albums too. He was also the producer of the TV series, ‘The Doris Day Show,’ in which his mother played the lead role. He made headlines for his relations with the notorious ‘Manson Family.’ After the initial camaraderie, Melcher and Charles Manson developed irreparable differences. After his differences with Charles Manson, he lived a secluded life, fearing possible attacks from Manson or his gang. Terry Melcher died after a prolonged battle with cancer. He was survived by his mother, wife, and son.