Organisers behind the Global Wellness Summit (GWS) have confirmed award-winning music producer Timbaland as a keynote speaker at the 17th-annual summit taking place in Doha, Qatar, from 6-9 November.

Dubbed the ‘Emperor of Sound’, Timbaland has over 18 Grammy nominations, four Grammy wins and 200+ ASCAP Music Awards. His imprint is stamped on an impressive number of hits by some of the world’s most successful artists, including Jay-Z, Justin Timberlake, Aaliyah, Missy Elliott, Ginuwine and One Republic.

He has also produced hits for Kanye West, Madonna, Beyoncé, Katy Perry, Mariah Carey, Rihanna, Sam Smith, Nelly Furtado, Keri Hilson, Coldplay, The Fray, Destiny’s Child, Snoop Dogg, Drake, Alicia Keys, and more.

In addition, Timbaland is the author of two books and an entrepreneur who founded the music label Mosley Music (which has sold over 40 million albums and 50 million singles), and co-founded two music platforms, Verzuz and Beatclub.

Despite his list of accomplishments, Timbaland has suffered intense challenges and credits his journey into wellness with saving him.

During his live in-person keynote, he will share his story of vulnerability, transformation and hope in an interview with Andy Coulson, award-winning journalist and host of the podcast Crisis What Crisis?.

“My personal journey into the world of wellness has been a profound experience, one that’s reshaped my life in ways I never imagined,” said Timbaland. “I’m excited to share my wellness journey and vision of music-as-wellness with GWS delegates.”

Timbaland teams up with Myndstream

Timbaland will also discuss his new partnership with Myndstream, a wellness music company that brings art and science together to create music that positively impacts the health and wellbeing of the listener.

The Timbaland x Myndstream projects will combine the power of music with the principles of wellness to create a unique and transformative experience.

“Through wellness, I discovered a path to personal growth and inner peace,” he said. “This transformation has inspired me to pay it forward to the world through my music, and through my partnership with Myndstream, in the hope that I can positively impact the lives of others.”

Freddie Moross, Myndstream founder and CEO, adds: “We could not be more excited and honoured to be partnering with Timbaland, one of the greatest talents in music history, to collaborate on a slate of new wellness music projects.

“He brings a unique perspective and sound to wellness music, he challenges all preconceptions of what wellness means, and will bring the power of this genre of music to a whole new generation of listeners.”

Timbaland joins a dynamic speaker line-up for the 2023 GWS which also includes:

• Simone Biles, legendary US gymnast and athlete.• HRH Princess Tatiana Blatnik of Greece.

• Noella Gabriel, Elemis founder.• Professor Gerry Bodeker, researcher and chair of the GWI’s Mental Wellness Initiative.

• Thierry Mallaret, economist.• Rebecca Parekh, co-founder and CEO of The Well.

• Phillippe Zuber, CEO of Kerzner International (owning company of One&Only Resorts).