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For Patti LaBelle, ‘The Gospel’ Is a Labor of Love

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Over the course of a career that spans nearly five decades, the name Patti LaBelle has become synonymous with passion and artistic integrity. Never content to rest on her laurels, LaBelle continues to challenge herself creatively. Last year, she fulfilled a longtime dream with the release of her first faith-based album, The Gospel According to Patti Labelle, and she’s currently working on a reunion album with LaBelle,…


From MusicWorld, posted 8.06.07

BMI and Rhythmbank Publishing Host Film/TV Panel

BMI New York and Rhythmbank Music Publishing hosted a panel recently entitled "Finding the Cue: Getting Your Music in Films, TV Shows, Commercials & Video Games." Panelists included moderator Rashidi Hendrix, Creative A&R, Film/TV Music, Rhythmbank Music Publishing; Dan Burt, Music Supervisor, J Walter Thompson; Julia Mannes, Director of Film/TV & Strategic Marketing, Universal Motown Records Group; Liz Reagan, Music Supervisor, Queer Eye For the Straight Guy; LaRonda Sutton, President/CEO,…


From News, posted 11.03.05

Patti LaBelle’s Talent Stands the Test of Time

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Over the tenure of her unmatched career, Patti LaBelle has been many things. From church choir girl to space-age funk queen to the reining mother figure of r&b, LaBelle has grown to become one of the most important figures in her field. Often called a living legend, she is a powerful singer and dramatic songwriter who can boast one of the broadest bases of fans in…


From MusicWorld, posted 7.21.05

Nona Hendryx

BMI songwriter Nona Hendryx (center) stopped by the New York office recently to talk about her latest project, an off-Broadway show entitled "Blue" for which she wrote the songs. Seen here giving Nona a hearty welcome are BMI's Sydnee Stewart, Charlie Feldman, J.W. Johnson and Jean Banks.


From News, posted 7.30.01

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