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R&B Pioneers Honored in Philly
BMI executives were on hand at the Rhythm and Blues Foundation's 14th Annual Pioneer Awards, held recently in the Foundation's new hometown of Philadelphia. Among the honorees were such legendary BMI artists as the late Otis Redding (Legacy Award), Thom Bell, Barbara Mason, the DelFonics and Frankie Beverly. Chubby Checker, Bettye LaVette and…
From News, posted 7.09.06
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
Patti LaBelle’s Talent Stands the Test of Time
Over the tenure of her unmatched career, Patti LaBelle has been many things. From church choir girl to space-age funk queen to the reining mother figure of r&b, LaBelle has grown to become one of the most important figures in her field. Often called a living legend, she is a powerful singer and dramatic songwriter who can boast one of the broadest bases of fans in…
From MusicWorld, posted 7.21.05
Newcomer Trey Songz and Producer Troy Taylor Join BMI Family
Atlantic Records recording artist Trey Songz and hit producer Troy Taylor have joined BMI for performing rights representation. The newest members of the BMI family have just finished working together on 20-year-old Trey's debut release I Gotta Make It, an 11-entry diary about a young man and his fascinating dreams, loves, and hustles produced mostly by Taylor.
From News, posted 5.03.05
BMI Sponsors Grammys On The Hill
BMI is proud to partner with the Washington, DC Chapter of the Recording Academy to host its annual signature advocacy event, Grammys On The Hill, recognizing outstanding individuals and institutions that have improved the environment for the creative community. The gala evening will take place on Wednesday, September 8 at Willard Inter-Continental Hotel. Honorees include Sen. Hillary Rodham Clinton (D-NY), Rep. Mary Bono (R-CA), Grammy Award-winning…
From News, posted 9.04.04
Cat Stevens: A Legacy of Lasting Favorites
The artist best known as Cat Stevens is a man of many names — born Steven Georgiou and now named Yusuf Islam — as well as a number of musical incarnations and at least a small measure of controversy. But his songs transcend all of that, as lasting favorites that continue to resonate in his own recordings and numerous cover versions. His songwriting legacy includes such…
From MusicWorld, posted 5.19.04
NABOB Honors Patti LaBelle
The National Association of Black Owned Broadcasters (NABOB) recently held its 20th Annual Communications Awards Dinner in Washington, DC where BMI songwriter/artist Patti LaBelle received a Lifetime Achievement Award. The dinner annually honors the most prestigious names in entertainment, communications and public service. …
From News, posted 4.20.04
‘Wind Beneath My Wings’ Soars With Six Million Spins
BMI songwriter Larry Henley was recently presented a Million-Air Certificate for "Wind Beneath My Wings," which has received over six million broadcast performances. Co-written with Jeff Silbar, the song has been recorded by dozens of artists including Patti LaBelle, Bette Midler and Gary Morris. Henley's list of writing credits also includes the BMI Award winners "Is It Still Over" (Randy Travis)…
From News, posted 2.05.04
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
Women in Music Honors Frances Preston
Women in Music honored BMI President and CEO Frances Preston at a luncheon in New York on October 28, where she was given the organization's Touchstone Advocate Award. BMI ICON Isaac Hayes made the presentation of the prestigious award, which was created for her in recognition of "her extraordinary leadership that has not only guided, but in many ways,…
From News, posted 10.30.03
Bravo to Air Song Hall Awards Show July 9
Bravo presents the 34th Annual Songwriters Hall of Fame Awards, the National Academy of Popular Music's annual celebration of the work and lives of composers and lyricists who create popular music around the world. The awards show will air on the NBC-affiliated cable network on Wednesday, July 9 at 9pm. This year's inductees included such BMI legendary songwriter/artists as…
From News, posted 7.02.03
BMI Salutes Song Hall Inductees
BMI proudly salutes our 2003 Songwriters Hall of Fame inductees who were honored June 12 at the 34th Annual Induction Ceremony and Dinner held at the Marriott Marquis in New York City. Recipients of this prestigious award included BMI represented songwriter/artists Van Morrison, Little Richard (who was unable to attend), Queen (PRS), Patti LaBelle (Lifetime Achievement Award), Phil Collins (PRS) and RCA Music Group…
From News, posted 6.15.03
Patti LaBelle to Receive Song Hall’s Lifetime Achievement Award
The National Academy of Popular Music/Songwriters Hall of Fame, the organization dedicated to recognizing the work and lives of those composers and lyricists who create popular music around the world, has just announced that BMI artist/songwriter Patti LaBelle will be this year's recipient of the Lifetime Achievement Award at the 34th annual induction ceremony set for Thursday, June 12 at the Marriott…
From News, posted 5.19.03
Randy Edelman, Merv Griffin, Eminem Among Honorees at BMI Film/TV Awards
BMI honored the composers and songwriters of the music from this year's top-grossing films, top-rated prime-time network television series and highest-ranking cable television shows at its annual Film & Television Awards dinner. Held at the Regent Beverly Wilshire Hotel in Beverly Hills, the black tie gala was hosted by BMI President and CEO Frances W. Preston along with BMI Vice President, Film/TV Relations Doreen Ringer Ross, who…
From News, posted 5.14.03
‘Isle Of Dreams’ Creators Find Sanctuary
Robert White Johnson and Michael O'Hara, co-writers and co-producers of the new contemporary musical Isle Of Dreams, visited BMI Nashville to announce the signing of a worldwide representation deal with London-based Sanctuary Entertainment Group. Pictured are Sanctuary Entertainment's Deke Arlon, Michael O'Hara, Robert White Johnson and BMI's Thomas Cain. photo: Brian Tipton…
From News, posted 5.07.03
Recording Academy Honors Philly Heroes
The Philadelphia Chapter of the Recording Academy recently presented its 2003 Heroes Awards to BMI songwriter/producer/artists Larry Gold, Joe Nicolo, Walter "Bunny" Sigler and McCoy Tyner. R&B artist Musiq was also honored. The Chapter presents its Heroes Awards annually to honor outstanding individuals and institutions in the Philadelphia region who have improved the environment for the creative community. The gala event, which attracts recording artists, key entertainment executives and community…
From News, posted 4.29.03
Barry Manilow Withstands the Test of Time
Barry Manilow, a 2002 inductee into the Songwriters Hall of Fame, is truly a complete musical entertainer. Since first hitting the charts in 1974 with "Mandy," he has scored 11 number one hits on the adult contemporary charts and won Grammy, Emmy and Tony awards as well as being nominated for an Academy Award. He is a performer, composer, arranger and producer (on Grammy-nominated albums by Bette…
From MusicWorld, posted 5.31.02
‘O Brother’ Soundtrack Rules 44th Annual Grammy Awards
The soundtrack to the movie O Brother, Where Art Thou? was the surprise winner at the 44th Annual Grammy Awards, presented on February 27 at the Staples Center in Los Angeles. The multi-platinum album took home five Grammys including the coveted Album of The Year award, besting works by U2, Bob Dylan, OutKast and India.Arie. Produced by BMI songwriter/producer T Bone Burnett who was named Producer of the Year,…
From News, posted 2.27.02
Producer Arif Mardin Named Nordoff-Robbins Man of the Year
Veteran producer and BMI songwriter Arif Mardin has been named Man of the Year by the Nordoff-Robbins Music Foundation, a charitable organization that provides music therapy for a broad range of people, including disabled and autistic children, individuals under psychiatric care, self-referred adults seeking a creative approach to emotional difficulties or personal development, and individuals with medical problems and…
From News, posted 1.31.01
Brenda Russell Singing in the
A lifetime spent soaking in music from a multitude of cultures has led singer/songwriter Brenda Russell to a new label, Hidden Beach Recordings, and the release of her latest album, Paris Rain. Growing up in Brooklyn, New York, Russell heard the rounded harmonies of street choirs through the window, Latin bands in the park, and the songs her musical mom worked on at home. Perhaps the musical…
From MusicWorld, posted 8.31.00
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