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Dailey and Vincent, Dan Tyminski, Michael Cleveland and More Dominate IBMA Awards
BMI’s bluegrass family dominated the 2009 International Bluegrass Music Awards, walking away with almost every trophy in every category. Dailey & Vincent, Dan Tyminski, and Michael Cleveland garnered the most honors, as they all made return trips to the stage during the ceremony on Thursday, October 1 at the legendary Ryman Auditorium. Dailey & Vincent claimed the Entertainer of the Year crown for the…
From News, posted 10.06.09
Holler Back: Patty Loveless Releases ‘Mountain Soul II’
With a voice like a wrecking ball made of honey, Patty Loveless tears into the opening lines of Harlan Howard’s 1962 classic “Busted,” the first song on Mountain Soul II, the long-awaited continuation of the critically acclaimed 2001 album that laid bare the Kentucky coal mining roots of the gold-selling, three-time CMA award winner. “Well the bills are all due and the baby needs…
From MusicWorld, posted 9.22.09
Veteran Dan Tyminski Leads BMI Charge in 2009 IBMA Nominations
BMI bluegrassers swept the nominations for the 20th Annual International Bluegrass Music Awards, slated for Thursday, October 1 at the historic Ryman Auditorium in Nashville. From Dan Tyminski to reigning Entertainers of the Year Dailey and Vincent, the nominee list is chock-full of esteemed sidemen currently gaining traction by fronting their own groups. The Dan Tyminski Band leads the list with nine nominations, including Entertainer, Instrumental Group,…
From News, posted 8.17.09
Conversations: Béla Fleck & Earl Scruggs
Are legends simply born, or are they made? In an exclusive interview for BMI MusicWorld, renowned bluegrass-jazz synergist Béla Fleck sat down with revered five-string banjo godfather Earl Scruggs to discuss evasive and exhilarating composition processes, intertwined personal histories, and the virtuosic value of 10,000 hours. Béla Fleck (BF): So, you’ve been writing banjo tunes for a long time. What’s your writing process? Earl…
From MusicWorld, posted 4.06.09
Lil Wayne Leads Grammy Field with Eight Nominations
Nominations for the 51st Annual Grammy Awards were announced by The Recording Academy on December 3, with superstar BMI songwriter/artist Lil Wayne topping the field with eight mentions. Other top BMI nominees included Kanye West, who earned six nods, while Alison Krauss and Radiohead received five each. The Eagles,
From News, posted 12.04.08
Dailey and Vincent Lead BMI Winners at 2008 IBMA Awards
Duo and longtime BMI songwriters Dailey and Vincent underscored their breakout year with ferocity at the 19th Annual International Bluegrass Music Association Awards held Thursday, October 2 at the Ryman Auditorium in Nashville. The pair walked away with seven trophies – a historic high for any artist during bluegrass music’s biggest night. Hosted by icon Del McCoury, the sold-out show also lauded BMI’s Michael Cleveland, who took…
From News, posted 10.14.08
BMI Highlights Sarah Siskind and The Branded Sons at Americana Music Festival
Showcase Slated for Sept. 18 at Nashville Convention Center BMI will proudly sponsor the 9th annual Americana Music Festival and Conference September 17-20 in Nashville, and will offer a one-two punch of roots music pick-me-up Thursday, September 18. Slated for 3:30 p.m. downstairs in the Nashville Convention Center's Americana Listening Lounge (room 103), the showcase will feature wistful singer/songwriter Sarah Siskind and…
From News, posted 9.10.08
BMI Bluegrass Beaucoup: IBMA Announces Nominees for 2008 Awards
The International Bluegrass Music Association recently revealed the nominees for the 2008 IBMA Awards, and BMI artists, songwriters and musicians dominate the elite list. New duo Dailey & Vincent underscored the strength of their phenomenal breakout year with the most nods, while mainstays including Blue Highway and Dan Tyminski reaped the benefits of artistic chances and innovation. Awards will be presented during the organization’s…
From News, posted 8.21.08
BMI Offers Roots Music Torch-Bearers at 2008 Austin City Limits Festival
Roots music with a distinct Texas tilt will dominate BMI’s intimate stage at the 2008 Austin City Limits Music Festival, slated for September 26 through 28 in the live music capital of the world. Now in its seventh year, the BMI-sponsored stage near the main entrance to Zilker Park has built a reputation amongst roots music fans for its mix of auspicious newcomers and Austin-area talent. The three-day festival casts…
From News, posted 8.19.08
Belleville Outfit Delivers Goods at Nashville Showcase
Austin's Belleville Outfit introduced their unique blend of gypsy folk and swinging bluegrass to the Nashville music industry Wednesday, June 18 during a showcase at Douglas Corner. The band released their debut album, Wanderin', earlier this year, and subsequent touring on the strength of the project has created an infectious buzz surrounding the group. The Belleville Outfit performs.
From News, posted 6.29.08
AMA Announces Nominees for 2008 Honors & Awards
BMI played happy host to the Americana Music Association Honors & Awards nominees’ announcement party Wednesday, June 11 in Nashville. Guests including Jason Ringenberg and Warner Hodges of Jason and the Scorchers fame, Fats Kaplin, Justin Townes Earle, legendary A&R executive Mary Martin, Mike Farris, Chuck Mead, Webb Wilder and so many more mingled in BMI’s main lobby. After opening remarks…
From News, posted 6.15.08
Bluegrass’ Biggest Night Showers Awards on BMI Affiliates
The 18th annual International Bluegrass Awards swept into the Grand Ole Opry house Thursday, October 4. The capstone of the IBMA’s World of Bluegrass festival and conference October 1 through 7, the IBMA Awards attract and honor bluegrass’ finest. Mandolin virtuoso and BMI affiliate Sam Bush, who won his fourth Mandolin Player of the Year trophy, hosted the ceremony, while BMI presented the traditional pre-party backstage. …
From News, posted 10.11.07
White House Honors BMI Classical Composer, Bluegrass Legend
Pulitzer Prize-winning classical composer William Bolcom and legendary bluegrass artist Ralph Stanley are among the recipients of the 2006 National Medal of Arts, the highest award given to artists and arts patrons through the U.S. government. Presented by President George W. Bush and First Lady Laura Bush in an Oval Office ceremony at the White House on Nov. 9, the Arts Medal is awarded to those who "are deserving of…
From News, posted 11.13.06
Bluegrass Veterans, Up-and-Comers Honored at IBMA Awards
Reigning bluegrass queen and longtime BMI affiliate Rhonda Vincent broke her own record on Sept. 27 at the International Bluegrass Music Awards (IBMA) when she scored her seventh consecutive Female Vocalist of the Year win. BMI artist Marty Stuart hosted bluegrass's biggest night, as elder statesmen and budding stars alike were honored on the stage of the Grand Ole Opry House in Nashville.…
From News, posted 10.09.06
BMI Songwriters Top List of NEA National Heritage Fellows
Since 1982, the National Endowment for the Arts has awarded the National Heritage Fellowships to noted individuals in the folk and traditional arts for "their artistic excellence, cultural authenticity and contributions to their field." Virtually every one of the award winners who writes songs is a member of BMI. Past musical recipients of the National Heritage Fellowships include B.B. King, John Lee Hooker, Doc…
From News, posted 9.11.06
BMI Bluegrass Artists Dominate IBMA Nominations
& BMI songwriters snagged the majority of the nominations for the 2006 International Bluegrass Music Awards. The elite list was announced Aug. 15 at the Country Music Hall of Fame & Museum in Nashville by BMI bluegrass icons Doyle Lawson and Rhonda Vincent. BMI members swept several categories, including Female Vocalist of the Year, Instrumental Album of the Year, and Fiddle Player of the…
From News, posted 8.17.06
BMI Signs Reciprocal Agreements with NICAUTOR, Others
BMI's Consuelo Sayago was on hand at CISAC's recent Ibero American Committee meeting held in Costa Rica, where she finalized reciprocal agreements with several of BMI's sister societies from Central and South America, including the Nicaraguan society, NICAUTOR. BMI's Consuelo Sayago and NICAUTOR's Manual Ortega During the two-day meeting, BMI also…
From News, posted 8.08.06
Sam Bush Celebrates Album Release with BMI
Sam Bush calls himself the "King of New Grass," and the progressive icon gave a live performance on BMI's rooftop recently that fortified his claim. An eager crowd gathered to celebrate the release of Bush's sixth solo effort, Laps in Seven. Pictured enjoying…
From News, posted 6.27.06
Rhonda Vincent Celebrates New Album Release at BMI
Bluegrass icon Rhonda Vincent illustrated why she is often cited as one of the genre's most esteemed figures when she performed selections from her new album All American Bluegrass Girl at BMI Nashville's Music Row offices. Pictured following the performance are BMI's Mark Mason, Rhonda Vincent and BMI's Jody…
From News, posted 6.13.06
European Societies Face Governmental Challenges
Europe's regulators are pushing for major changes in the way European "authors' rights" societies operate. The societies are being urged to streamline their procedures for online licensing and accept greater competition among themselves. Among other things, European Union's executive body - the European Commission, based in Brussels - is investigating the way they license repertoire for online, satellite and cable usage. Traditionally, each country has a single copyright organization,…
From News, posted 5.25.06
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