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Save the Date: Grammy Edition of BMI’s “How I Wrote That Song” Slated for Feb. 11 in L.A.
Grammy-winning hip-hop icon Rev Run; RZA, the Grammy-winning founder of Wu-Tang Clan; Good Charlotte co-founders Joel and Benji Madden; multiple Grammy nominee/producer/artist and official voice of South Florida DJ Khaled; and Grammy-winning songwriter/producer RedOne are confirmed panelists for BMI’s “How I Wrote That Song” 2012, slated for Saturday, February 11, from 12 p.m. to 2 p.m. at the Key Club (9039 West Sunset Boulevard, West Hollywood, CA 90069).…
From News, posted 1.26.12
‘Rolling Papers’ Propels Wiz Khalifa’s Rise
In just one year, Wiz Khalifa went from underground mixtape king to top-selling rapper. The Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania native’s infectious single “Black and Yellow” reached stadium status with a performance at this year’s Super Bowl. When all eyes and ears turned to him, Khalifa stared right back and held the country’s attention, the 23-year-old MC’s tattered image evoking rock-star lifestyles of yesteryear. He quieted the naysayers,…
From MusicWorld, posted 12.01.11
Snoop Dogg, Drake, B.o.B, Lex Luger, Universal Music Publishing & More Honored at BMI Urban Awards
Urban music’s top creators shared the stage tonight at BMI’s Urban Awards at the Pantages Theater in Hollywood. The annual event celebrates the songwriters, producers and music publishers of the past year’s most-performed r&b, rap and hip-hop songs in the BMI repertoire. The 2011 ceremony featured high-wattage star power and broke BMI records. The incomparable Snoop Dogg was honored as a BMI Icon. With seven songs among the most-performed, Drake…
From News, posted 8.27.11
Rick Ross to Headline BMI’s 14th Annual Unsigned Urban Showcase
BMI will present its 14th Annual Unsigned Urban Showcase Wednesday, May 18, featuring a combination of the recording industry’s eminent stars and most-promising unsigned talent. Staged at The Buckhead Theatre (3110 Roswell Road, Atlanta, GA), the event begins at 8 p.m.; doors open at 7 p.m. The festivities are open to the public; attendees must be at least 18 years of age with valid identification. Limited advance tickets can be…
From News, posted 4.22.11
Benny Blanco Fills in the Blanks
Benny Blanco, the 22-year-old songwriter and producer with a string of hits to his credit, is driving through Los Angeles talking about how he has always loved music. Since he was a kid growing up in suburban Virginia—pulling out the stereo in the middle of his parents’ dinner parties to dance and lip synch to Prince, bugging his big brother to buy him the CDs with the…
From MusicWorld, posted 1.07.11
‘Levi’s Pioneer Sessions: The Revival Recordings’ features BMI Trendsetters
The Levi’s brand is a cultural bridge, connecting chic urbanites with working cowboys, and 19th-century pragmatism with vintage cool and contemporary edge. Subsequently, Levi’s inaugural “Levi’s® Pioneer Sessions: The Revival Recordings” carries the penchant for connection into music. For the series, a selection of today’s trendsetters in pop, rock, soul and folk have rerecorded classics, subscribing to the mantra that in the face of evolving trends, “the song is everything.”…
From News, posted 5.27.10
Hip-Hop Laureate Drake to Headline BMI’s 13th Annual Unsigned Urban Showcase April 20 in Atlanta
Atlanta-bred Travis Porter to perform and R&B crooner Lloyd to host event at Havana Club Music by DJ Ruckus BMI will present its 13th Annual Unsigned Urban Showcase Tuesday, April 20, featuring a combination of the recording industry’s eminent stars and most-promising unsigned talent. Staged at the Havana Club (3112 Piedmont Road Northeast, Atlanta, GA), the event begins at 10 p.m.; doors…
From News, posted 3.24.10
Grammy Winners & Nominees Take Center Stage at BMI’s ‘How I Wrote That Song’ Panel
BMI presented a Grammy-infused version of its acclaimed “How I Wrote That Song” panel discussion series on Saturday, January 30 at the House of Blues in Los Angeles. Sponsored by the Los Angeles Times, Brand X, and Levi’s, the discussion featured insight from Grammy Award-winning rapper and songwriter Common; multiple Grammy-nominated singer/songwriter Colbie Caillat; multiple Grammy-winning rapper and songwriter Nas; multiple Grammy-winning producer
From News, posted 2.12.10
BMI Now Accepting Submissions for 13th Annual Unsigned Urban Showcase
BMI is currently accepting submissions for its 13th Annual Unsigned Urban Showcase, to be held in Atlanta; date to be announced. Aspiring artists from all urban genres, including r&b, rap, and hip-hop, are encouraged to apply for the opportunity to perform at this lauded, star-spotting annual showcase. Four finalists will be selected to compete in front of a panel of music industry heavyweights, including top executives, artists, producers, managers and…
From News, posted 2.03.10
Ron Browz’s Seamless Segue From Producer to Performer
“Usually people tell me, ‘Yo, this guy down the block, man, he be trying to mimic your style.’ All I say is, ‘Oh yeah? I’m going to do something that they can’t do. How ‘bout that?’” So says emerging hip-hop performer/writer/producer Ron Browz. Self-confidence is nothing new to the genre, of course, but Browz – born Rondell Turner in Harlem – has the track record to back…
From MusicWorld, posted 6.30.09
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| Jan 30 2010 | BMI @ The Grammys “How I Wrote That Song”: Los Angeles |
| Apr 23 2009 | BMI Unsigned Urban Showcase: Atlanta |
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