October 26, 2006

The Wreckers Surprised with Gold Plaques at No. 1 Party

BMI artists The Wreckers and BMI songwriter Jennifer Hanson celebrated their first No.1 hit with a horde of friends and supporters at BMI's Music Row offices. Co-written by Hanson, "Leave the Pieces" introduced the world to The Wreckers' silky, front-porch harmonies. After the single presentations, Warner Bros. surprised the duo with gold albums celebrating the success of their debut, Stand Still Look Pretty.

Pictured at the party are (l to r): co-producer and Warner Bros.' Chief Creative Officer Paul Worley, co-producer John Shanks, The Wreckers' Jessica Harp and Michelle Branch, BMI co-writer Jennifer Hanson, Sony/ATV Music Publishing President Troy Tomlinson, Warner Bros.' Executive VP Bill Bennett, and BMI's David Preston and Jody Williams. Photo by Eric England

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