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Captured at BMI Pop Awards 2005
Michael Woodard Wins on Series Finale of Popular Reality Singing Show ‘Majors and Minors’
14-year-old up-and-coming BMI writer wows fans and industry judges Last night, on the highly anticipated season finale of the popular reality singing show Majors and Minors, 14-year-old BMI writer and singer Michael Woodard took home the top prize of a music publishing deal and a record deal with RCA Records. Woodard, a sweet and gifted eighth grader from Philadelphia, won fans’ hearts with his incredible voice, positive attitude and infectious…
From News, posted 1.30.12
David Foster Named BMI Icon at 59th Annual BMI Pop Music Awards
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
Paul Simon Honored by BMI Board of Directors at NAB Convention
Kix Brooks, Kenneth “Babyface” Edmonds and Kara Dioguardi also recognized for their songwriting prowess at dinner The BMI Board of Directors honored BMI legend Paul Simon for his prolific songwriting career at its annual dinner, held Tuesday, April 12 during the National Association of Broadcasters (NAB) convention in Las Vegas. BMI Board Chair Jack Sander and BMI President…
From News, posted 4.13.11
BMI Partners with Boardwalk Entertainment for ‘Majors & Minors’ Reality Series
The Boardwalk Entertainment Group, in partnership with BMI and Sony Music Entertainment’s RCA /JIVE Label Group, has announced the launch of nationwide casting search for kids to be mentored by the biggest and most established artists in the music industry in a groundbreaking new reality series. Called “Majors & Minors,” the series will be televised this fall on The Hub television network, a destination for kids and their families. Boardwalk…
From News, posted 3.29.11
David Foster to be Named BMI Icon at 59th Annual BMI Pop Music Awards
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
Allen Toussaint to be Inducted into Songwriters Hall of Fame
BMI great Allen Toussaint will become the newest member of the Songwriters Hall of Fame at the organization’s 42nd Annual Induction and Awards Dinner. The star-studded event is slated for Thursday, June 16 at the Marriott Marquis Hotel in New York City. Additional special award honorees will be announced soon. A giant among giants, Allen Toussaint has helped define the New Orleans’ sound and influenced legends on…
From News, posted 2.22.11
G. Love Visits Past, Emerges Fixin’ To Die
Garret Dutton has been better known as G. Love for his nearly two decades as a professional musician. But it’s only with his most recent and soon to be released album that Dutton lays bare the exact folk and blues variety that sparked, and intermittently permeated his 20 years as G. Love. “Fixin’ To Die,” due February 22, is a rootsy collection of covers and originals, with…
From MusicWorld, posted 2.15.11
The Genius of Billy Sherrill
The word genius is bandied about far too often. Sometimes flippant but often rooted in the depths of fervent, if over-eager, admiration, the label has lost some of its luster. “She’s a genius” just doesn’t sparkle like it used to. But listen: Billy Sherrill is a genius. Listen to Tammy Wynette’s “’Til I Can Make It on My Own.” The song seems to tremble…
From MusicWorld, posted 11.09.10
BMI Reports Increased Revenues for 2010
BMI has announced that it generated more than $917 million in revenues for its 2010 fiscal year ended June 30, including its subsidiary Landmark Digital Services®, LLC. The company also announced distributable royalties of more than $789 million for the songwriters, composers and copyright owners it represents. With more than 475,000 songwriters, composers and music publisher affiliates, BMI is the world’s largest music copyright organization. BMI’s long-term focus on revenue…
From News, posted 9.13.10
Don Black to be Named Icon at BMI London Awards
Songwriter Don Black, OBE will be honored as a BMI Icon at the U.S. performing right organization’s annual London Awards. The ceremony is slated for Tuesday, October 5 at London’s Dorchester Hotel, Park Lane. Hosted by BMI President & CEO Del Bryant; BMI Senior Vice President, Writer/Publisher Relations Phil Graham; and Executive Director, Writer/Publisher Relations, Europe & Asia Brandon Bakshi, the invitation-only gala recognizes…
From News, posted 9.02.10
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