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All Time Low Gets High and Mighty
My introduction to All Time Low involved a stripper and a chimpanzee. It wasn’t until the second time I watched the video for their 2007 release “Dear Maria Count Me In” that I noticed there might be more to this band than gimmicks and familiar 1980s spoofs. While the group embraces gnarly guitar riffs, sugary sweet melodies, the belting roar and clarity of lead vocals, and the…
From MusicWorld, posted 5.31.11
Marsalis Family, Hubert Laws, Dave Liebman Saluted as NEA Jazz Masters
BMI partnered with the National Endowment for the Arts and its Chairman Rocco Landesman to celebrate the 2011 Class of NEA Jazz Masters at a luncheon at Jazz at Lincoln Center on January 11. In addition to the Marsalis family, BMI composers Hubert Laws and Dave Liebman were honored along with legendary composer and producers Johnny Mandel and Orrin Keepnews. "I am really pleased to continue the…
From News, posted 1.12.11
Lifehouse’s Jason Wade Comes of Age
Conversationally, Jason Wade is a thoughtful, eloquent guy. At 29, he delivers his words with the kind of self-awareness that one might expect from someone nearing a third decade of life, having survived the perils of personal development in his teens and twenties, emerging on the other side as smart and well-rounded. He’s affable, grounded, and exceptionally honest. In a world where we’ve grown accustomed to chalking…
From MusicWorld, posted 2.04.10
BMI Jazz Greats Honored at Lincoln Center
BMI jazz greats Ron Carter, Sonny Rollins and the late Art Blakey will be inducted into the ASCAP Jazz Wall of Fame at an event held June 17 at Lincoln Center Carter, Rollins and Blakey join other BMI jazz legends inducted in previous years, including Miles Davis, Charlie Parker, Lester Young, Billie…
From News, posted 6.17.08
Amy Winehouse Gets Back To Business
It hasn’t been an easy few months for Amy Winehouse, as a quick scan of the headlines over the past several months readily attests. But for all the sturm und drang being played out in the press, the fact remains that Winehouse is first and foremost a musician, and news that she’s starting to kick around ideas for her next album is welcome indeed to the legions…
From MusicWorld, posted 5.20.08
Regina Spektor
One might recognize her passion-fueled lyrics and catchy melodies, but it’s her connection to Perestroika and a certain Petrof piano that distinguishes Regina Spektor. The Russian-born, Bronx-bred singer/songwriter/pianist cites Billie Holiday, Frederic Chopin and The Beatles as major influencers, further defining Spektor’s explorative range and eclectic style. “I don’t have an overall sound,” she explains. “I tend to think of each…
From MusicWorld, posted 7.10.07
BMI Songwriters Dominate Mojo’s “100 Records That Changed The World”
Mojo, the prominent and influential British music magazine, has selected a list of “100 Records That Changed The World” in their June issue.. The list is described as “The most influential and inspirational recordings ever made, they changed music – the way it was played, bought or even imagined.” A group of prominent songwriters and performers – which include such BMI veterans as Chuck…
From News, posted 7.03.07
Christina Aguilera Gets ‘Back to Basics’
Given her all-conquering media presence, it’s hard to believe that Christina Aguilera’s current release, Back to Basics (RCA), is just her third English-language album of original material. Perhaps even more surprising is the fact that, after selling over 25 million albums worldwide with her brand of sultry dance-pop, the artist decided to go with a modern take on vintage jazz, soul and blues. “This is a concept…
From MusicWorld, posted 4.30.07
BMI Participation Boosts Jazz Appreciation Month
BMI is proud to once again be an anchor sponsor of Jazz Appreciation Month, to be celebrated throughout April. The month-long celebration pays tribute to jazz as a true American art form and features a variety of activities, including performances, film and displays in venues around Washington, D.C. BMI’s Robbin Ahrold plays an active role in the proceedings, representing the company at a number of related events. More information about…
From News, posted 3.30.07
November Acoustic Lounge Offers Something for Everyone
BMI presented four outstanding singer/songwriters at the November edition of the Acoustic Lounge, featuring the unique talent of Katrina Parker, Josh Allan, Paul O'Connor and Lucy Schwartz. From uplifting ditties and emotive love ballads, to heart-wrenching hymns, this concert had something for everyone. Shown after the…
From News, posted 11.09.06
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