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On Thursday night, BMI hosted a VIP event to kick off “You Got Gold: the Life and Songs of John Prine.” Held October 7 -12, the weeklong tribute benefiting The Hello In There Foundation will feature a world-class array of surprise artists and friends performing and celebrating the legendary singer,…
BMI Congratulates its 20th Annual Americana Honors & Awards Winners
Last night the Americana Music Association held its coveted awards ceremony with the majority of wins going to BMI songwriters. You can watch this year’s show on PBS, which is set to broadcast ACL Presents: The 20th Annual Americana Honors, a special episode of Austin City Limits featuring performance highlights…
BMI Congratulates its 2021 Americana Honors and Awards Nominees
The nominations are out and the final winners of this year’s Americana Honors & Awards will be announced on September 22 in a celebration at the historic Ryman Auditorium in Nashville. Congratulations to all! Here are the BMI nominees: Album of the Year: Cuttin’ Grass - Vol. 1 (Butcher…
BMI Congratulates its 2019 GRAMMY Nominees
BMI is exceptionally proud to congratulate its many affiliates nominated for awards by the Recording Academy at the 61st GRAMMY Awards, scheduled to be held on February 10, 2019 at the Staples Center in Los Angeles. Nominations for the music industry’s most prestigious accolades were announced on December 7. In…
Jamie McLaughlin Joins BMI
BMI is proud to welcome singer-songwriter Jamie McLaughlin to the BMI Family. Jamie, who is the son of decorated BMI songwriter Pat McLaughlin, has been busy writing and creating a buzz by performing at Nashville venues such as City Winery, 3rd and Lindsley and Music City Roots. BMI is excited…
The Key West Songwriters Festival is Right Around the Corner!
It’s that time of year again for sun, sand and songwriters. The Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association’s 19th Annual Key West Songwriters Festival kicks off Wednesday, May 7, and continues through Sunday, May 11. The lineup this year is stronger than ever with Sara Evans, Anders Osborne, Kacey Musgraves, Robert…
BMI Announces the 18th Annual Key West Songwriters Festival May 1-5
BMI and the Smokin’ Tuna Saloon will once again join forces to present the Key West Songwriters Festival from May 1-5, 2013. Featuring many of the most beloved songwriters, the event has become an annual pilgrimage south for country and pop music heroes for 18 consecutive years. This year, Gary…
10 Things You Should Know About the Key West Songwriters Festival
The 2012 Key West Songwriters Festival is just around the corner. Whether you’ve booked your trip and are counting down the days, or you’re deciding whether or not to head to the festival for the first time, here are 10 things you should know: The Key West Songwriters Festival…
Lineup Additions Fuel Anticipation of Key West Songwriters Festival
The Better Angels Music Key West Songwriters Festival has announced red-letter additions to its 2012 lineup, set for May 2-6. The names on the growing bill continue and expand the festival’s tradition of elevating songwriters, from marquee performers to behind-the-scenes hit-makers. Most of the stacked schedule is free, including more…
Save the Week: Better Angels Music Key West Songwriters Festival Preps for 17th Year
The Better Angels Music Key West Songwriters Festival Presented by BMI will make paradise even sweeter during the event’s 17th annual installment Wednesday, May 2 through Sunday, May 6 in its island namesake. Benefiting Operation Homefront, the festival will feature more than 100 top-tier performing songwriters in favorite venues conveniently…