The holidays are here, and it’s a time to give thanks and take inventory of the things we love. As 2021 draws to a close, we continue to be thankful for the impeccable artistry and unparalleled work of our indie affiliates—so much so that we’re bringing you an extra, all-original edition… Read more...
Windser is the solo moniker of Santa Cruz-born singer/songwriter, Jordan Topf. After retreating to a house in rural Northern California in early 2020, he emerged from isolation with a collection of emotional songs that convey the growth one experiences during moments of significant change. Featuring introspective lyrics layered over gentle acoustic… Read more...
BMI proudly congratulates Willow Kayne,* who has been nominated for this year’s Ivor Novello Rising Star Award With Apple Music. Celebrating young British and Irish talent who demonstrate exceptional potential and ambition, the Rising Star Award was introduced last year – the first new category to be added to the Ivors… Read more...
In this special rewind edition of the Indie Spotlight, we’re looking back at twelve incredible artists, bands, and duos who we’ve featured throughout the last decade. At BMI, our finger is always on the pulse of what’s happening in new music, and we’re proud to have highlighted so many groundbreaking artists… Read more...
Macklemore & Ryan Lewis are a rapping and producing pair who first appeared in the BMI Indie Spotlight in 2011. At the time, they had just gotten together to work on Macklemore’s The Vs. projects, which began a journey that led them straight to the top of the charts. In… Read more...
Sometimes, playing it safe is the most dangerous thing we can do. This is especially applicable when our goal is to write songs that rise above the competition; songs that become artists’ signature songs; and songs that impact audiences and propel artists to a next level. We need to find ways… Read more...
Los Angeles-based band, Fences, is breaking musical barriers in the City of Angels following its move from Seattle. Fronted by Christopher Mansfield, Fences’ latest album, Failure Sculptures, is a slow-burning collection of pop tracks that demonstrate transcendent songwriting and elevated spirituality. Mansfield, whose work with Macklemore put him on the national… Read more...
Although it was more than sixteen years ago, I still recall chatting with a twenty-something guy who stood in front of me in line as we waited to attend the taping of the David Letterman Show. The guy was excited because his brother Adam would be performing on the show, along… Read more...
Hospitality professionals from across the state came together to celebrate and share best practices within the industry at the Washington Hospitality Association (WHA) annual conference, held recently (11/13) at the Hyatt Regency Lake Washington. This year, the WHA included a VIP reception with BMI singer-songwriter Sainte Claire as the featured entertainment.… Read more...
Chris Brown awarded Songwriter of the Year; “See You Again” named Song of the Year; Universal Music Publishing Group presented with Publisher of the Year Read more...
