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Trey Songz Proves He’s ‘Ready’
Just five years ago, a cocksure young crooner emerged into the r&b morass, informing the world that he was going to make it. Literally, that’s what he sang: “Gotta Make It.” His was an affirmation that seemed feasible rather than absolute, given the frequently fast flame-out of urban pop singers. To boot, the kid was coming from the not-entirely-glamorous Petersburg, Virginia, a tiny town south of Richmond lacking the instant…
From MusicWorld, posted 8.10.10
BET Awards Toast BMI Urban Stars
BMI hip-hop heavyweights took home the majority of musical category statuettes handed out during the annual BET Awards, held Sunday, June 27. Multi-media phenomenon Drake earned the Best Male Hip-Hop Artist crown, while his fellow BMI hit-maker Trey Songz claimed the Best Male R&B Artist title. Nicki Minaj underscored the power of her breakout year with double wins: Best Female Hip-Hop…
From News, posted 6.29.10
Hip-Hop Laureate Drake to Headline BMI’s 13th Annual Unsigned Urban Showcase April 20 in Atlanta
Atlanta-bred Travis Porter to perform and R&B crooner Lloyd to host event at Havana Club Music by DJ Ruckus BMI will present its 13th Annual Unsigned Urban Showcase Tuesday, April 20, featuring a combination of the recording industry’s eminent stars and most-promising unsigned talent. Staged at the Havana Club (3112 Piedmont Road Northeast, Atlanta, GA), the event begins at 10 p.m.; doors…
From News, posted 3.24.10
BMI Now Accepting Submissions for 13th Annual Unsigned Urban Showcase
BMI is currently accepting submissions for its 13th Annual Unsigned Urban Showcase, to be held in Atlanta; date to be announced. Aspiring artists from all urban genres, including r&b, rap, and hip-hop, are encouraged to apply for the opportunity to perform at this lauded, star-spotting annual showcase. Four finalists will be selected to compete in front of a panel of music industry heavyweights, including top executives, artists, producers, managers and…
From News, posted 2.03.10
Kevin Cossom’s Good Karma
In the tradition of his r&b predecessors, singer/songwriter Kevin Cossom discovered the joy of music through singing the Lord’s praises in church choir. But with the auspicious launch of his solo career, Cossom’s life has taken a curious turn: The Orlando singer/songwriter has gone from delivering praise to receiving it. The first signee to N.A.R.S. Records — the new imprint founded by producer Danja (
From MusicWorld, posted 12.26.09
NAS, Trey Songz and Novel Headline BMI 12th Annual Unsigned Urban Showcase in Atlanta
R&B Wranglers 718 Take Top Prize The recording industry’s most eminent stars and promising talent performed at Broadcast Music, Inc.’s (BMI) 12th Annual Unsigned Urban Showcase April 23, at E.S.S.O Nightclub. Hosted by DJ Khaled, the showcase featured performances by the inimitable MC NAS; mellifluous crooner Trey Songz; and multi-talented troubadour Novel, who each brought their respective high-energy sounds. …
From News, posted 4.24.09
12th Annual Unsigned Urban Showcase Slated for April 23 in Atlanta
BMI will present its 12th Annual Unsigned Urban Showcase Thursday, April 23, featuring some of the recording industry’s eminent stars and most promising unsigned talent. Held Thursday, April 23 at E.S.S.O Nightclub (1599 Memorial Drive, Atlanta, GA), the event begins at 9 p.m.; doors open at 8 p.m. The festivities are open to the public; attendees must be 21-years-old with valid identification. please call (404) 378-1095 or log on to
From News, posted 4.08.09
Atlanta Music Community Celebrates Holidays with BMI
Artists and executives from the southeastern music community converged on Atlanta to celebrate the holiday season at the annual Atlanta Holiday Party hosted by BMI December 9. Held at Tongue in Groove, the event featured sounds from DJ Ideal and DJ Trauma, and tempted revelers with cocktails provided by Spaten beer and Remy Martin. Attendees participated in a goodie-stacked raffle drawing, featuring coveted items from Puma, Gibson Guitar, Silver Jeans,…
From News, posted 12.22.08
Mary Brown
“I write strictly for the love of music,” says Mary Brown, the phenom who, up until now, has worked to remain intentionally under the radar. “I don’t self-promote; I never had a manager.” Considering Brown’s track record, her low-key approach to career management seems like quite an accomplishment, indeed. Brown, a songwriter, vocal coach and singer, has penned hits for countless marquee artists, working with Mary J.…
From MusicWorld, posted 8.27.08
BMI Shows ‘Who’s Next’ at ‘Writers on the Rise’ Event in N.Y.
BMI’s New York Writer/Publisher Relations department hosted its first “Who’s Next: Writers on the Rise” event on Tuesday, Feb. 20 at the Redeye Grill in Manhattan. The packed media reception featured Josiah Bell, Dave Katz, Claude Kelly, Lady GaGa, Lanz, Matthew Mayfield, Curtis Richardson, Steven Sater, Duncan Sheik, Brent Smith of
From News, posted 2.22.07
Thunderkatz Storm BMI Atlanta Showcase
Hip-hop party rockers Thunderkatz stole the show at BMI Atlanta's annual unsigned urban music showcase held April 27 at Vision. The showcase, hosted by BME and 8th Grade Music Publishing's Lil Jon and Emperor Searcy, featured some of the country's most promising new talent, including Malachi, Leo and Suga Suga.
From News, posted 5.14.06
BMI Urban Showcase to Feature Top New Talent
BMI will team up with Atlanta nightclub Vision to present an urban music showcase featuring some of the country's most promising new talent. The showcase will be held on Thursday, April 27 from 8 p.m. to midnight at Vision (1068 Peachtree St. NE) and will be hosted by BME and 8th Grade Music Publishing's Lil Jon and Emperor Searcy. The festivities are open to the general public, but tickets…
From News, posted 4.19.06
Harold Lilly
Six years ago, Harold Lilly Jr. was working at a warehouse near the airport in Richmond, Virginia. Harold, now 27, would pass time by making up songs. He would sing about his steel-toe boots. He’d sing about his work goggles. He’d sing about mandatory overtime on Saturdays. Then, the young man decided that he would stop fighting destiny and get serious. Though he’d…
From MusicWorld, posted 6.13.05
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
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