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Chino y Nacho: Chino y Nacho interviewed at the 2011 BMI Latin Awards
BMI Video: 7 Clips from 2011 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 our seven small-screen favorites from 2011. David Foster’s 10 Tips for Songwriters When David Foster was…
BMI’s Delia Orjuela, Byron Wright Recognized by Billboard

Billboard magazine recently published praise for BMI’s Delia Orjuela and Byron Wright, naming them to its 2011 Latin Power Players and 30 Under 30 lists, respectively. The honors underpin the diverse strength of BMI’s current executive roster, which includes established and up-and-coming leaders alike. Based in BMI’s Los Angeles office, Delia Orjuela is Vice President, Writer/Publisher Relations, Latin Music for the organization. As a member of…
2010 Award Season Belongs to BMI Songwriters & Composers

BMI songwriters dominated the 53rd Annual Grammy Awards, winning almost two-thirds of the awards that were handed out across all genres and categories. The Grammy wins cap an incredible year in which BMI songwriters and composers were the most celebrated creative voices in awards presentations and on the charts. When BMI opened its doors in 1939, the depth and diversity quickly amassed in the company’s repertoire redefined industry…
Chino y Nacho: Launched from a Venezuelan Stage

When Chino y Nacho won a Best Urban Album Latin Grammy this past November for “Niña Bonita,” the exuberant duo thanked their moms, label and fans. Then, the spectacle-wearing Nacho added in Spanish, “And I’m going to dare to say something that has never been said at the [Latin] Grammys,” almost panting with excitement before shouting, “Venezuelaaaaaaaaa!!!” As the first non-Puerto Ricans to win the coveted award,…
BMI Co-Hosts Los Producers Charity Show in Las Vegas

BMI, Education Through Music-LA, The Harry Fox Agency, Lurssen Mastering and Full Sail University co-hosted “Los Producers Charity Show,” a unique evening of live music for a great cause. Backed by an all-star house band, Latin music trendsetters took the stage for spontaneous sets and collaborations to raise funds for Education Through Music. The show was held Wednesday, November 10 at the Crossroads at the House of Blues, located inside…
Juan Luis Guerra Wins Top Honors at 2010 Latin Grammys

BMI legend Juan Luis Guerra took home Album of the Year for his acclaimed A Son de Guerra during the 2010 Latin Grammy Awards, held Thursday, November 11 at Mandalay Bay Events Center in Las Vegas. Guerra also earned Best Contemporary Tropical Album and Best Tropical Song thanks to his "Bachata en Fukuoka.” Alex Cuba (SOCAN) underscored the potency of his breakout year with…
BMI Trendsetters Lead List of 2010 Latin Grammy Nominees

BMI’s Latin music leaders dominate the list of 2010 Latin Grammy nominees. Perennial favorite Juan Luis Guerra earned an impressive four nods, including Album of the Year for his acclaimed A Son de Guerra. Guerra will also vie for Best Contemporary Tropical Album and Best Tropical Song thanks to "Bachata en Fukuoka,” while he is the featured guest on Song of the Year nominee “Cuando Me Enamoro.”…
BMI Promotes Delia Orjuela to Vice President, Writer/Publisher Relations, Latin Music

Delia Orjuela has been promoted to Vice President, Writer/Publisher Relations, Latin Music, it was announced today by Del Bryant, President and CEO of the performing right organization. Previously, she was Assistant Vice President of Latin Music. Orjuela will remain based in the company’s Los Angeles office and will continue to report to Phil Graham, Senior Vice President, Writer/Publisher Relations. In her expanded position, Orjuela…
