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Jan 25, 2011 BMI hosted a luncheon to honor the team behind Tim McGraw’s latest #1 hit “Felt Good on My Lips” Thursday, January 20 in Nashville. Although individually they are all veteran BMI hit-makers, brothers Jim Beavers and Brett Beavers and Brett Warren and Brad Warren had never topped charts together. The four’s feel-good collaboration has proven potent: their co-written “Felt Good… View Photo

Jan 25, 2011 BMI’s Jody Williams greets Tim McGraw at a luncheon honoring McGraw’s 23rd chart-topper “Felt Good on My Lips.” View Photo

Jan 25, 2011 BMI #1 party sponsor Avenue Bank presents a check for $250 that will be donated to the “Felt Good on My Lips” co-writers’ charity of choice, Neighbor’s Keeper. Pictured are BMI’s Jody Williams, Avenue Bank’s Ron Samuels, co-writers Brett Warren and Jim Beavers, Tim McGraw, co-writers Brett Beavers and Brad Warren, Avenue Bank’s Ron Cox, and BMI’s Clay Bradley. View Photo

Jan 24, 2011 BMI joined KUPL-FM in Portland, Oregon, to present a special “Songwriters Night with Kix Brooks and Friends” at Alpha Broadcasting’s Bing Lounge on January 20. In addition to Brooks, BMI songwriters Bob DiPiero and Big Al Anderson gave KUPL listeners and clients an inside look into the art of songwriting, as the three tunesmiths cranked out their hits and told… View Photo

Jan 21, 2011 BMI’s Doreen Ringer Ross was on hand to congratulate BMI songwriter/composer Christopher Tyng at the recent “Futurama” Holiday Spectacular screening/party at the El Rey Theater. Tyng created the popular animated series’ unique musical score and theme, and during the celebration, he performed with his band, Sunshine Brothers. Pictured are Evolution Music Partners' Christine Russell, Tyng, Ringer Ross, “Futurama” Executive Producers/Creators… View Photo

Jan 21, 2011 The night was cold, a snowstorm impending, but spirits were bright and fellowship warm as BMI sponsored a reception for Grammy nominees hosted by New York Mayor Michael Bloomberg. More than three dozen Grammy nominees joined music industry leaders and celebrities at New York's historic mayoral residence, Gracie Mansion, for the event. Pictured are BMI’s Charlie Feldman, Mayor Bloomberg, and… View Photo

Jan 21, 2011 BMI’s Charlie Feldman congratulates 2011 Grammy nominee Rosanne Cash. The acclaimed BMI singer/songwriter’s latest album, “The List,” earned a nomination in the Best Americana Album field. View Photo

Jan 21, 2011 Pictured enjoying the recent BMI-sponsored Grammy nominees reception at Gracie Mansion are BMI’s Charlie Feldman, BMI songwriter/artist Cyndi Lauper, and BMI’s Samantha Cox. View Photo

Jan 21, 2011 BMI’s Robbin Ahrold (center) congratulates Grammy nominee Darcy James Argue (right) and his guest (left). Argue’s “Infernal Machines” garnered a 2011 Grammy nod for Best Large Jazz Ensemble Album. View Photo

Jan 20, 2011 New Capitol recording artist Kelleigh Bannen delivered a short acoustic set in front of an enthusiastic audience of music publishers and fellow songwriters Tuesday, January 18 at BMI’s Music Row office. Produced by Paul Worley and Jerry Smith, Bannen is the newest addition to Capitol Records Nashville’s strong roster and is also a skilled BMI songwriter. Pictured are Capitol Records’… View Photo