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Musicians Hall of Fame Inducts BMI Pioneers

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Industry admirers, peers, and contemporary stars gathered to salute the 2009 class of virtuosos inducted into the Musicians Hall of Fame on Monday, October 12 at the Schermerhorn Symphony Center in Nashville. BMI legends Chet Atkins, Fred Foster, Charlie Daniels, Billy Cox, and band Toto all became members of the prestigious club that already includes…


From News, posted 10.14.09

Kris Kristofferson to be Honored as Icon at 57th Annual BMI Country Awards

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Kris Kristofferson will be honored as a BMI Icon at the 57th annual BMI Country Awards, the oldest awards saluting country's top music makers. Slated for Tuesday, November 10 at BMI's Music Row offices in Nashville, the black-tie, invitation-only gala will also celebrate the songwriters of the past year's most-performed country songs from the extensive BMI catalog. The Icon designation is given to BMI songwriters and artists…


From News, posted 6.30.09

2009 Inductees Announced for Musicians Hall of Fame

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The 2009 inductees into the Musicians Hall of Fame include a slew of BMI legends: Chet Atkins, Fred Foster, Charlie Daniels, Billy Cox, and band TOTO will all become members of the prestigious club that already includes Booker T. & The MGs, The Crickets, Duane Eddy, Al Kooper, The Memphis Horns, The…


From News, posted 6.08.09

Hank Williams, Jr. to be Honored as Icon at 56th Annual BMI Country Awards

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Hank Williams, Jr. will be honored as a BMI Icon at the 56th annual Country Awards, the oldest awards ceremony saluting the genre’s top music makers. The black-tie, invitation-only gala recognizing the past year’s most-performed BMI country songs is set for November 11 at the company’s Music Row offices in Nashville. The artists and songwriters named BMI Icons have had “a unique and indelible influence on generations…


From News, posted 9.17.08

BMI Bluegrass Beaucoup: IBMA Announces Nominees for 2008 Awards

The International Bluegrass Music Association recently revealed the nominees for the 2008 IBMA Awards, and BMI artists, songwriters and musicians dominate the elite list. New duo Dailey & Vincent underscored the strength of their phenomenal breakout year with the most nods, while mainstays including Blue Highway and Dan Tyminski reaped the benefits of artistic chances and innovation. Awards will be presented during the organization’s…


From News, posted 8.21.08

Charlie Daniels and Friends Celebrate 50 Years of Making Music

The legendary Charlie Daniels gathered with friends and family in a special reception at BMI's Music Row offices Wednesday, March 19 to celebrate Daniels' fifty year milestone in the music industry. Attendees enjoyed fellowship and cocktails in BMI's main lobby, transformed into a gallery of Charlie Daniels' photos and memorabilia documenting his prolific career. Charlie Daniels received multiple honors. The…


From News, posted 4.03.08

Willie Nelson To Be Honored as Icon at 55th Annual BMI Country Awards

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American legend Willie Nelson will be honored as an Icon at BMI’s 55th annual Country Awards, the oldest awards saluting country’s top music makers. The black-tie, invitation-only gala will recognize the past year’s most-performed BMI country songs and is set for Nov. 6 at the company’s Music Row offices. The Icon designation is given to BMI songwriters and artists who have had “a unique and indelible influence…


From News, posted 7.12.07

Christian Country Music Celebrates the Year’s Best

BMI Christian country artists and songwriters top the list of nominees for the 12th Annual Inspirational Country Music Awards, being held at Nashville's Acuff Theater on Nov. 9. The awards are presented and voted on by members of the Christian Country Music Association (CCMA) and will serve as the endnote to the organization's week-long conference, which takes place Nov. 5-9.


From News, posted 8.10.06

Merle Haggard To Be Honored as BMI Icon at 54th Annual Country Awards

Country music legend Merle Haggard will be honored as a BMI Icon at the performing right organization's 54th annual Country Awards, the oldest awards saluting country's top music makers. The black-tie, invitation-only gala, which will also recognize the past year's most performed BMI country songs, is set for Nov. 4 at the company's Music Row offices. The Icon designation is given to BMI…


From News, posted 6.26.06

54th Annual BMI Country Awards Set for Nov. 4

BMI will salute the year's most popular country songs on Saturday, November 4, 2006 at the 54th Annual BMI Country Awards, country music's oldest awards celebration. Staged at the company's Music Row offices, the black-tie, invitation-only event spotlights the 50 most performed songs of the previous year. Citations of Achievement will be presented to the writers and publishers of the top 50 country songs, with the evening's highest…


From News, posted 5.22.06

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