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Ed Hill
Growing up on a cotton farm in California might not seem like the best preparation for a songwriting career, but for Ed Hill, BMI’s 2006 Songwriter of the Year, it held plenty of valuable lessons that have helped him rise to the top of his profession. The biggest one probably applied after he had been in Nashville awhile struggling, trying to make things happen and painting houses…
From MusicWorld, posted 7.26.07
Jerry Crutchfield
He may be best known as a hit producer and Nashville music publishing and record company titan, but when Jerry Crutchfield started out 50 years ago, he was a songwriter/artist. “I had a pop/doo-wop kind of vocal group that signed with RCA Victor and our first record was released in 1956,” recalls Crutchfield. “It’s amazing to think I’ve been in this crazy business for 50 years!” Crutchfield’s…
From MusicWorld, posted 3.28.07
Like Father, Like Son: BMI Welcomes Keith and R.K. Follese
Hit songwriter Keith Follese’s songs have been recorded by genre-crossing superstars including Faith Hill (“The Way You Love Me”), Tim McGraw (“Something Like That”) and Martina McBride (“I Love You”), but these days, Keith isn’t the only Follese generating a steady music industry buzz. His son, R.K. Follese, fronts Miracle Drug, a rock quartet based in Nashville. Set to play BMI’s…
From News, posted 3.13.07
Brooks & Dunn Top BMI’s 2007 ACM Nominee List
Brooks & Dunn emphasized their perennial honky tonkin’ dominance with an exclamation point when the 2007 Academy of Country Music Award nominees were announced Monday, March 5. The longtime BMI affiliates snagged seven nominations, with an eighth nod tacked on to Ronnie Dunn‘s list for his role as a producer. The duo has been honored by the Academy more than any…
From News, posted 3.07.07
Courtney Dashe’s Time to Shine
It’s finally Courtney Dashe‘s turn to snag some of the spotlight. The singer-songwriter worked for various Music Row mainstays over the years, holding positions at Famous Music Publishing, Diver Dann Music, Big Loud Shirt and Mercury/MCA. She helped and watched other songwriters succeed, while writing her own songs after work at night. Dashe’s hard work and dedication came full-circle recently when she signed her first publishing deal.…
From News, posted 2.13.07
Top BMI Writers, Publishers Honored at 54th Annual Country Awards; Merle Haggard Saluted as BMI Icon
BMI, the first home for country music, was also the first to honor the genre's songwriters and publishers with its own awards show in 1953. The tradition turned a healthy 54 years old this year as the BMI Country Awards were held Saturday, Nov. 4 at the performing right organization's Music Row offices. BMI President & CEO Del Bryant and Jody Williams, Vice President of Writer/Publisher Relations, Nashville,…
From News, posted 11.03.06
Brooks & Dunn Lead CMA Nominees List
Charismatic country twosome Brooks & Dunn leads the impressive list of BMI nominees for 40th annual Country Music Association Awards. The nominees, announced Wednesday, August 30, include two BMI inductions into the prestigious Country Music Hall of Fame: influential musician and producer Harold Bradley and legendary singer Sonny James. The new Hall of Fame members will be formally inducted during the CMA Awards ceremony in Nashville November 6.
From News, posted 8.31.06
Country Songwriter Kostas Performs for Montana Broadcasters
BMI Award-winning country songwriter, Kostas, performed recently for an enthusiastic group of radio and television executives who were attending the Montana Broadcasters Association Convention in Whitefish. Pictured after the performance are Mark Dixon, MBA President Don Richard of KATL-AM, MBA Executive Director Greg MacDonald, Fisher Radio's…
From News, posted 7.10.06
Country Vets, New Faces Among ACM Nominees
BMI superstars Brooks & Dunn continue to solidify their position as one of the top country acts of all time with another five Academy of Country Music Award nominations, announced March 8. The pair is up for Entertainer, Top Vocal Duo, Single Record, Song and Video of the Year for "Believe."
From News, posted 3.13.06
BMI Stars Help Spread Message of Copyright Awareness
The Copyright Society of the U.S.A. has once again partnered with MENC: The National Association for Music Education to present the 5th annual Copyright Awareness Week (CAW) March 6-10. Co-sponsored by BMI, the goal of this national event is to teach students the basic concepts of copyright and to encourage an understanding and respect for the rights of creative people provided…
From News, posted 2.20.06
It’s Eight Grammy Nods for Mariah, Kanye and Legend
BMI superstars Mariah Carey, Kanye West and John Legend led the list of nominees for the 48th Annual Grammy Awards with eight nods each when contenders were announced at a star-studded press conference held December 8 at Gotham Hall in New York City. Their three-way tie pushed the total number of BMI-nominated songwriters and artists to an astounding 70% in the general fields.
From News, posted 12.11.05
Nashville’s Hit Songwriters Showcase Their Craft in NYC for CMA Week
To celebrate the 2005 CMA Awards in New York City, some of Nashville's finest BMI songwriters will be performing at Joe's Pub (425 Lafayette Street) during "Country Takes NYC," a week of activities leading up to the 39th Annual CMA Awards. The showcases will take place on November 12 and 13.
From News, posted 11.08.05
Keith Urban, Toby Keith Lead BMI’s CMA Nominees
Country superstars Keith Urban and Toby Keith lead the list of BMI songwriters and artists nominated for the 39th Annual Country Music Association Awards. The announcement was made September 7 from New York City, this year's host city for the ceremony being held November 15 at Madison Square Garden. This is the first time in CMA history that the awards show is being held outside of…
From News, posted 9.07.05
Nashville Divas Take Manhattan
BMI New York will host "Nashville Divas in the Round" at the Living Room (Ludlow Street between Stanton & Rivington) on April 20 at 6pm. This unique showcase will feature some of Music City's best female singer/songwriters including Kylie Sackley, Shelly Fairchild, Stephony Smith and Lisa Carver. Admission is free. Kylie Sackley Kylie Sackley, 22, currently resides in Nashville, more than 10,000 miles from…
From News, posted 4.12.05
CMT Music Awards Finals Favor Big & Rich, Toby and Tim
Big & Rich, Toby Keith and Tim McGraw led the BMI list of finalists for the 2005 CMT Music Awards, country music's only fan-voted awards show. Each act collected four nominations, including Video of the Year mentions. Keith Urban picked up three nominations, with Alison Krauss, Martina McBride and Rascal Flatts, two each.
From News, posted 3.21.05
BMI Joins Copyright Awareness Week Celebrations
The Copyright Society of the USA has partnered with MENC: The National Association for Music Education to present the 4th annual Copyright Awareness Week (CAW) being held March 21-25. Co-sponsored by BMI, the goal of this national event is to teach students the basic concepts of copyright and to encourage an understanding and respect for the rights of…
From News, posted 3.15.05
McGraw and ‘Live Like You Were Dying’ Inspire Most ACM Nominations
With mentions in six categories, BMI superstar Tim McGraw is the top nominee in the 40th annual Academy of Country Music Awards, announced March 3. In addition to entertainer and male vocalist praise, McGraw collected an album nomination for Live Like You Were Dying, with the title track earning him single, video and song of the year recognition.
From News, posted 3.07.05
McGraw, Keith and Big & Rich Lead First Round of CMT Music Awards
BMI superstars led the list of nominees for the 2005 CMT Music Awards, country music's only fan-voted awards show. Tim McGraw drew five mentions, with Big & Rich and Toby Keith receiving four each. Alison Krauss, Martina McBride, Shania Twain and Keith Urban followed with three each.
From News, posted 2.28.05
“I Hate Everything” Named #1 Hit
Gary Harrison and Keith Stegall were honored with a party at BMI Nashville celebrating the rise of their "I Hate Everything" to the top of the charts [1/18]. The song, produced by Tony Brown, is featured as a single from George Strait's new two-CD MCA Records compilation 50 Number Ones - which now boasts 51 #1s. …
From News, posted 1.24.05
CMA Awards Revere ‘Live Like You Were Dying’
Tim McGraw's inspirational smash hit "Live Like You Were Dying" was named Song and Single of the Year at the 38th Annual CMA Awards. BMI Award-winning writer Tim Nichols and Warner-Tamerlane Publishing Corp. claimed trophies for the Song award (co-written and published by Craig Wiseman); McGraw and producers Byron Gallimore and Darran Smith earned the Single honors. Alison Krauss also garnered a…
From News, posted 11.10.04
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