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House, Senate Judiciary Committee Leaders Focus on Intellectual Property Protections
Leading members of the Senate and House Judiciary Committees from both sides of the aisle recently got together on Capitol Hill to speak about the continuing harm online infringement and counterfeits pose to American jobs and the economy. On April 4, House Judiciary Committee Ranking Member John Conyers, Jr. (D-Mich.), Senate Judiciary Committee Chairman Patrick Leahy (D-Vt.), House Judiciary Committee Chairman Lamar Smith (R-Texas),…
From News, posted 4.05.11
Gamble & Huff Honored at 26th Annual NABOB Awards
BMI was a sponsor of the 26th National Association of Black Owned Broadcasters (NABOB) Annual Communications Awards Dinner, held Friday, March 19 in Washington, D.C. BMI Icons Kenneth Gamble and Leon Huff earned the Pioneer in Music Award, which recognizes the reverberating influence of their Philadelphia sound. Additional honorees included Maxwell, Hezekiah Walker and Rev. Al Sharpton. …
From News, posted 3.23.10
Copyright Alliance Expo Spotlights Economic Impact
The Copyright Alliance hosted its third annual EXPOnential on November 17 on Capitol Hill, showcasing the new products and economic benefits of America’s copyright industries. This year’s event, “Live from Main Street: Copyright and the Local Economy,” provided a platform for artists, trade associations and companies to exhibit creative work and discuss the future of copyright and its impact on local economies. Attended by several prominent members of Congress, including House…
From News, posted 11.19.09
BMI Plans High-Level Presence at CISAC Copyright Summit
BMI will send a high-level delegation to the 2009 CISAC (International Confederation of Societies of Authors and Composers) World Copyright Summit June 8-10, including President & CEO Del Bryant; Vice President, Landmark Digital Services David DeBusk; and legendary songwriter Lamont Dozier. The trio will join more than 500 delegates and rights experts from 18 countries at the Summit, which will be held at the…
From News, posted 6.03.09
Newly Launched Copyright Alliance To Promote Creativity, Jobs and Growth Through Copyright
Leading members of Congress have offered bipartisan encouragement to the newly launched Copyright Alliance, a non-profit, non-partisan educational organization dedicated to promoting the value of copyright as an agent for creativity, jobs and growth. The Alliance comprises 29 member organizations from the worlds of entertainment, arts, technology and sports, and represents an estimated 11 million Americans working in copyright-related industries. Its executive director, Patrick Ross, is a former journalist and…
From News, posted 5.22.07
BMI Fetes Congressman Conyers
Congressman John Conyers, Jr. (D-MI), Ranking Minority Member of the House Judiciary Committee and Dean of the Congressional Black Caucus, was the guest of honor at a recent fundraiser hosted by BMI at the Friar Club in New York City. Comedian Freddie Roman, BMI's…
From News, posted 5.04.06
Grammys on the Hill Calls for Better Copyright Protection
BMI was proud to partner with the Washington, DC Chapter of the Recording Academy to host its annual signature advocacy event, Grammys On The Hill, recognizing outstanding legislators and artists who have improved the environment for the music community. The gala evening took place September 8 at the Willard Inter-Continental Hotel in Washington, DC.
From News, posted 9.09.04
Friends of Conyers Gather for Fundraiser
Congressman John Conyers, Jr. (D-MI), Ranking Member of the House Judiciary Committee and Dean of the Congressional Black Caucus, was feted by his friends at a recent congressional fundraiser. Rep. Conyers, a music fan and author of the Jazz Preservation Act, is a long-time supporter of BMI's efforts in protecting the rights of songwriters, composers and music publishers. …
From News, posted 5.05.04
Herbie Hancock Joins JAM Celebration
BMI composer and music legend Herbie Hancock donated several of his instruments to the Smithsonian's National Museum of American History in a special ceremony on March 30 that kicked off Jazz Appreciation Month (JAM). Sponsored by BMI, JAM is an annual event that pays tribute to jazz as both an historic and a living…
From News, posted 3.30.04
BMI Welcomes Congressman Conyers
BMI executives met with Congressman John Conyers (D-MI) at BMI's New York offices recently. Conyers has been a leader in the protection of rights of songwriters and composers, and he reiterated his determination to fight for America's creators in the upcoming session of Congress. Seen here are (front row): Conyers,…
From News, posted 1.26.04
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