Spector

British  

/ ˈspɛktə /

noun

1. Phil. born 1940, US record producer and songwriter, noted for the densely orchestrated "Wall of Sound" in his work with groups such as the Ronettes and the Crystals; convicted in 2009 for the second-degree murder (2003) of actress Lana Clarkson

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Example Sentences

“That means understanding your income, expenses, debt and financial goals. You can then build a plan around reality, rather than assumptions or wishful thinking,” Spector said.

From MarketWatch • Jun. 3, 2026

Ronnie Spector died at 78 in 2022, and Bennett died at 67 in 2009.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 27, 2026

They auditioned that year for “Wall of Sound” music producer Phil Spector, who signed them to his Philles Records and had them sing backup for other artists until they put out their own music.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 27, 2026

“So from a cash flow standpoint, investors need to be comfortable with a higher current tax burden,” Spector said.

From MarketWatch • Feb. 10, 2026

Thorn ran the few toadstools toward the Spector Lagoon, and as she entered through the curtain of the willows surrounding the area, what looked like hundreds of red eyes opened and blinked at once.

From "Witchlings" by Claribel A. Ortega