Keith Mansfield

Keith Mansfield, born in 1940 in Slough, England, was a British composer and arranger known for his work in television theme tunes. He began his career composing library music for KPM Music, releasing albums such as Happy Families (1966). His compositions include the themes for BBC's Grandstand, ITV's children’s series Freewheelers, and NBC's coverage of Wimbledon. Mansfield’s work extended to collaborations with artists like Dusty Springfield on her 1968 album Dusty... Definitely, and Maynard Ferguson. He also composed film scores, including those for Loot (1970), Taste of Excitement (1970), and Three Bullets for a Long Gun (1971). His compositions, such as "Funky Fanfare" and "Superstar Fanfare", have been widely used in television and film, including appearances in Quentin Tarantino's films Kill Bill and Death Proof. Mansfield’s music has also been sampled by various hip-hop producers, highlighting his enduring influence in the industry.