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BMI’s Panel Captivates Audience At Billboard Regional Mexican Summit
BMI was a proud participant at the 3rd Annual Billboard Regional Mexican Music Summit, which took place October 6-8 at the Wilshire Grand in Los Angele). BMI presented the “How I Wrote That Song” panel Tuesday, October 7; moderated by BMI Assistant Vice President, Writer/Publisher Relations, Latin Delia Orjuela. (l-r) back row: Armando Bañuelos; Roberto Tapia;Francisco Gómez (Akwid); Sergio Gómez (Akwid); Gustavo "Chito"…
From News, posted 10.14.08
Michael Figueroa
As a senior in high school, songwriter Michael Figueroa was asked a question by his academic advisor, “What will you do after you graduate?” “I have no idea,” he replied. His counselor then asked what he was passionate about. The answer to that was easy; Michael eagerly answered, “Music!” Following his passion, Figueroa has forged a successful career as an up-and-coming bilingual songwriter and composer working in…
From MusicWorld, posted 8.25.06
‘El Otro Lado Del Hip-Hop II’ Showcase Set for June 22 in L.A.
BMI Los Angeles and Mun2, the bilingual, multiplatform youth entertainment cable network, will present "El Otro Lado del Hip-Hop II" on Thursday, June 22 at the Knitting Factory (7021 Hollywood Blvd.). The showcase will feature urban Latin artists Rigo Luna, La Sinfonia, the Reyes Brothers, Eddie G (the Mex Threat) and Mexiclan, as well as special guest DJ Joe Matrix. Doors…
From News, posted 6.13.06
Shakira on Top at Billboard Latin Awards
BMI Award-winning songwriter/artist Shakira was the top winner at the 2006 Billboard Latin Music Awards, held April 27 at Hard Rock Live in Hollywood, Fla. The Colombian superstar took home five trophies, including four for the chart-topping smash "La Tortura" from her Spanish-language release Fijacion Oral Vol. 1, named Latin Pop Album of the Year in the female category.
From News, posted 5.02.06
BMI Goes Mobile at CTIA Conference
BMI continued its leadership role in the new media arena with participation at the CTIA Wireless IT & Entertainment Conference held recently in San Francisco. This three-day conference has become an important gathering of the mobile data community over the past eight years, bringing together a diverse audience from a variety of industries.
From News, posted 11.28.04
BMI Toasts Latin Grammy Nominees
BMI hosted a champagne reception last night (8/31) in honor of its 2004 Latin Grammy nominees at Le Clafoutis restaurant in Los Angeles. Co-sponsors of the event included Heineken, Sirius Satellite Radio and Taittinger champagne. Beverages were provided by Bacardi, Baffert’s, Cazadores and Kettle One. Stars in attendance at the BMI Latin Grammy nominees soiree included Café Tacuba, Robi Draco Rosa,
From News, posted 8.30.04
Akwid
Fusing brassy regional Mexican Banda music to the urban beats of hip-hop, Mexican-born, Los Angeles-raised brothers Sergio and Francisco Gomez — Akwid — debuted with the Grammy-nominated Proyecto Akwid , selling over 350,000 units and winning top honors for Latin Rap/Hip-Hop Album of the Year and Regional Mexican Album of the Year at the recent Billboard Latin Music Awards in Miami. "I think we were surprised…
From MusicWorld, posted 7.25.04
Latin Grammy Nods Spotlight BMI Artists
Caf� Tacuba's Emmanuel Del Real leads the list of BMI songwriter/artists nominated for the 5th Annual Latin Grammy Awards with five nods, it was announced recently at a press conference in Los Angeles. The ceremony, set for Sept. 1 at LA's Shrine Auditorium, will be broadcast live on CBS from 8-10pm ET/PT and hosted by George Lopez.
From News, posted 7.21.04
Juanes, Ricky Martin Top Billboard Latin Awards
BMI songwriter/artists Juanes and Ricky Martin were among the top winners at the 2004 Billboard Latin Music Awards held April 29 at the Miami Arena in Miami, Florida. The awards, which honor the most popular albums, songs, and performers in Latin music, were part of the four-day 15th Annual Billboard Latin Music Conference.
From News, posted 5.04.04
Neptunes, Evanescence Top List of BMI Grammy Nominees
BMI songwriter/artists are once again at the top of the nominees list for the 46th Annual Grammy Awards, announced December 4 at a press conference held at the Beverly Hilton Hotel in Beverly Hills, Calif. Pharrell Williams of red hot production duo, The Neptunes, leads the BMI pack with six nods including three individual and three with partner Chad Hugo, who himself earned…
From News, posted 12.04.03
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