The Purple Gang to Paul Williams in 5 Steps
- The Purple Gang was managed by Tony Richland
- Tony Richland inspired the name of Mr. Richland's Favorite Song
- Mr. Richland's Favorite Song was arranged by George Tipton
- George Tipton was nominated for an Oscar for the music he composed for the film Phantom of the Paradise
- Phantom of the Paradise is a 1974 film starring Paul Williams