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New Digital MusicWorld Issue: Top 7 Videos of 2011 and More

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Check out the last BMI MusicWorld digital issue of 2011, featuring… Seven 2011 Video Clips You Don’t Want to Miss: Throughout the year, BMI captures exclusive moments on video. From sharing a career high with Lady Gaga to advice from pop master David Foster to a mad dash through SXSW with Welsh phenom Bright Light Bright Light, we’ve picked…


From News, posted 12.15.11

BMI Video: 7 Clips from 2011 You Don’t Want to Miss

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Throughout the year, BMI captures exclusive moments on video. From sharing a career high with Lady Gaga to advice from pop master David Foster to a mad dash through SXSW with Welsh phenom Bright Light Bright Light, we’ve picked our seven small-screen favorites from 2011. David Foster’s 10 Tips for Songwriters When David Foster was…


From MusicWorld, posted 12.15.11

Emmy Nominations Salute BMI Composers

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BMI composers earned accolade after accolade as the 63rd annual Primetime Emmy Awards nominations were announced July 14. Jeff and Mychael Danna share a nod for Outstanding Original Main Title Theme and Music in recognition of their collaboration on Camelot. The nod marks the first Primetime Emmy nomination for both of the brothers. Recently crowned BMI Icon David Arnold garnered an Outstanding Music Composition…


From News, posted 7.18.11

David Foster’s 10 Tips for Songwriters

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David Foster, honored as an Icon at the 59th Annual BMI Pop Awards, offered aspiring hitmakers a list of 10 items that he views as the keys to success and longevity as a songwriter/producer. The three-time BMI Pop Songwriter of Year offered his sage advice before an audience of BMI Award winners and top industry executives. Foster has written and produced hits for international superstars including CelineDion,…


From News, posted 5.18.11

David Foster Named BMI Icon at 59th Annual BMI Pop Music Awards

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BMI held its 59th annual Pop Music Awards tonight at the Beverly Wilshire Hotel in Los Angeles. Visionary songwriter and producer David Foster was celebrated as a BMI Icon in recognition of his “unique and indelible influence on generations of music makers.” Lady Gaga, Jason Derülo and JR Rotem all became the BMI Pop Songwriters of the Year. Gaga, Derülo and…


From News, posted 5.18.11

David Foster to be Named BMI Icon at 59th Annual BMI Pop Music Awards

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Event Honoring 2010’s Top Pop Songwriters to be Held May 17 in Los Angeles David Foster will be celebrated as a BMI Icon at the 59th annual BMI Pop Music Awards, slated for Tuesday, May 17 at the Beverly Wilshire Hotel in Los Angeles. Hosted by BMI President & CEO Del Bryant and Barbara Cane, BMI Vice President & General Manager, Writer/Publisher Relations, Los…


From News, posted 3.28.11

Emmy Nominations Celebrate BMI Composers

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Several leading BMI composers will vie for coveted trophies during the 62nd Primetime Emmy Awards, slated for Sunday, August 29. Edward Rogers earned a nomination for Outstanding Original Main Title Theme Music in recognition of his theme for Syfy’s series Warehouse 13, as did Jason Keaton for his work on FX’s Justified. In the Outstanding Original Music and Lyrics field, Brad Hatfield received a nod for his…


From News, posted 7.08.10

Leonard Cohen, David Foster Among BMI Greats Honored at 2010 Songwriters Hall of Fame Ceremony

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BMI legends Leonard Cohen (SOCAN) and David Foster were officially welcomed into the Songwriters Hall of Fame during the organization’s annual ceremony, staged Thursday, June 17 in New York. The Hall of Fame saluted Cohen’s rich catalogue with performances by an all-star lineup that included BMI trendsetter kd lang and Judy Collins, while Foster performed his soaring “I Have Nothing” alongside up-and-comer Charice.


From News, posted 6.21.10

Taylor Swift to Receive Hal David Starlight Award

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Taylor Swift will receive the prestigious Hal David Starlight Award during the 2010 Songwriters Hall of Fame Awards dinner, slated for Thursday, June 17 at the New York Marriott Marquis Hotel. In making the announcement, Hal David, Chairman/CEO of the Songwriters Hall of Fame, emphasized the magnitude of Swift’s breakthrough: "Taylor Swift is one of the brightest musical talents to emerge in recent years, and represents the…


From News, posted 5.17.10

Songwriters Hall of Fame to Induct Leonard Cohen and David Foster

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BMI legends Leonard Cohen (SOCAN) and David Foster will become members of the elite Songwriters Hall of Fame during the organization’s 41st annual induction ceremony, slated for Thursday, June 17 at the Marriott Marquis Hotel in New York City. Leonard Cohen has long-since defied easy categorization. After receiving considerable recognition and, ultimately,…


From News, posted 2.17.10

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