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2016 was a phenomenal year for BMI’s Indie bands! From rocking the BMI stages at SXSW and Lollapalooza to recording, touring and breaking out on national TV and major charts, artists like PVRIS, Sunflower Bean, Weathers, Totem, Dreamers, Drowners, the Blancos, Secret Weapons and LANY gave new meaning to original…
Indie Spotlight: Secret Weapons
The first couple of chapters of Secret Weapons’ success story were already written when they initially landed in the BMI at SXSW Indie Spotlight this past March, but the high praise their earned back then was only prophetic. Ever since, the band rocked both SXSW and Lollapalooza and…
Indie Spotlight: Secret Weapons
Boasting a rousing sound that recalls the dayglo digital sheen of vintage ‘80s pop, Brooklyn’s Secret Weapons inject a modern sensibility and urban swagger into that decade’s big choruses and chirping synths, resulting in an undeniably contemporary style. Related: Secret Weapons SXSW Interview See more about the BMI…
BMI is Ready to Rock Lollapalooza’s 25th Anniversary in Chicago
Lollapalooza 2016 is fast approaching and BMI is thrilled to announce an eclectic lineup of some of today’s rising stars for its annual BMI/Lollapalooza stage. From July 28- 31, beginning at 1:00 PM, festivalgoers can check out 24 of BMI’s most promising bands and songwriters from its roster of over…
SXSW Indie Spotlight: Secret Weapons
With a sound that conjures the synthetic sheen of a vintage `80s aesthetic, one might expect Brooklyn’s Secret Weapons to come stumbling out of a neon-tinted background of dry ice and dazzling vector graphics, dodging laser beams while sporting angular haircuts. But this duo is no kitschy throwback (especially given…
BMI Gets Into the Act With Unforgettable Performances and Not-to-Be-Missed Events at SXSW
BMI songwriters are ready to blow the doors off venues at SXSW with the return of BMI’s renowned indie rock and Latin showcases, unstoppable acts at Lambert’s Day Party, welcoming and farewell performances at the Austin airport, and a very special performance by the one and only Iggy Pop! In…
Secret Weapons: Secret Weapons Interview - SXSW 2016
Captured at BMI Indie Rock Showcase at SXSW 2016