Don Was is an American musician, producer, and record company executive. He co-founded the musical act Was (Not Was) and released their self-titled debut album in 1981. Since, Don Was has been a prolific producer, producing and appearing on albums for artists including The Rolling Stones, The B-52s, Bob Dylan, Brian Wilson, Iggy Pop, Stone Temple Pilots, Bonnie Raitt, and many more. He has won multiple Grammy Awards for his production work, and is also know for his contributions on the bass guitar.