Peter Asher on being music’s incredible ‘Everywhere Man’: ‘The secret is simple’

Peter Asher, a musician and producer, is the subject of a new documentary titled "Everywhere Man" that explores his extensive career in the music industry. Asher, who is 82 years old, initially expressed reluctance about the documentary, stating that his life lacked the typical "rock'n'roll drug-and-sex dramas" and might be perceived as boring. However, the film highlights his significant impact on music history, including his role in fostering the rise of singer-songwriters in the 1970s by working with artists such as James Taylor and Carole King. Asher also contributed to the "LA sound" through his production work for stars like Taylor and Linda Ronstadt, elevating the status of studio musicians and influencing how listeners perceived instrumental performances on albums. The documentary, directed by Dayna Goldfine and Dan Geller, was made after multiple requests from the film's publicist, overcoming Asher's initial reservations.