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GreatWorshipSongs.com Contest Call for Entries
Great Worship Songs and the Gospel Music Association (GMA) are searching for the best original and relatively unknown worship songs in the country. The GreatWorshipSongs.com Contest is open to unpublished songwriters, who may submit up to two songs each for review. The competition calls for praise and worship songs in the same anthemic vein as "My Savior, My God” and “God of Wonders,” created for use in church services. The…
From News, posted 11.19.09
BMI’s Catherine Brewton Honored by Law Organization
The Black Women in Entertainment Law Foundation (BWEL), a non-profit organization that provides a support network for women of color in entertainment law, honored BMI Vice President, Writer/Publisher Relations Catherine Brewton on November 2 in Atlanta. The event, held at the Mason Murer Gallery, also served as BWEL’s 2nd annual scholarship fundraiser. Ms. Brewton, who directs all writer/publisher relations activities for BMI’s Urban Music Department, was feted…
From News, posted 11.09.09
NO ID: Godfather of Chicago R&B Still On Top
He possesses what may be the most ironic name in contemporary pop. Over the course of a career spanning nearly 20 years, producer No I.D. has collaborated with some of the biggest names in hip-hop and R&B, including Janet Jackson, Alicia Keys, John Legend, Jamie Foxx and more. Dubbed “The Godfather of Chicago R&B”—a reference to his pioneering early work with…
From MusicWorld, posted 11.09.09
‘We Will Rock You’ Is Most-Played Song at Pro Sports Games for ’08/’09 Season
BMI has determined that “We Will Rock You,” a favorite of sports fans and teams for three decades, ranks as the most-played song at games of the National Football League, National Hockey League and Major League Baseball last season. “We Will Rock You” was written by Brian May and included in a 1977 album titled News of the World by the British rock group Queen. While the song has been…
From News, posted 10.28.09
Grammy-Winning Producer Jerry ‘Wonda’ Duplessis Talks Hits
Jerry “Wonda” Duplessis, a Haitian-born self-taught musician who plays bass, guitar, congas, and drums, participated in the BMI “Conversations” panel series, held at October 21 at Clinton Recording Studios. The intimate discussion, moderated by journalist and ParlourMagazine.com’s Hillary Crosely, focused on Jerry’s career achievements and the “who’s who” list of performers he’s worked with. Jerry, who is one of the most successful and musically adept producers to…
From News, posted 10.24.09
Pleasure P Fans, Meet Marcus Cooper
In his past life, Marcus Cooper was better known as Pleasure P, lead singer of Pretty Ricky. Natives of Florida, the hybrid rap/R&B group’s libido-drenched shows made the Chippendales dancers look like Eagle Scouts. When Pleasure P left Pretty Ricky in 2007, he wasn’t leaving because the group wasn’t successful; with the foursome, Pleasure P helped such songs as “Grind with Me” hit the…
From MusicWorld, posted 10.22.09
BMI Annual Review 2009
BMI realized revenues of more than $905 million and royalty distributions totaling more than $788 million in fiscal year 2009, both higher than the company’s historic results of the previous year. That success was made possible by the power, scope and appeal of the repertoire created by BMI’s affiliates, combined with BMI’s long-term efforts to capture new sources of revenue. Details of these results, along with an analysis of the…
From News, posted 10.21.09
Drake Delivers
This is Drake’s year. Descending on the U.S. from Toronto, the singer-rapper offers more than stellar mixtapes: He just might be the poster boy for the changing face of the music business. Aubrey Drake Graham, 22, is the son of a drummer, Dennis; one of his uncles, Larry, is the founder of Graham Central Station. In 2001, Aubrey began starring on the teen drama Degrassi: The Next…
From MusicWorld, posted 10.20.09
BMI’s Alison Smith Honored as One of Billboard’s Top 30 Power Players
Billboard named Alison Smith, BMI Senior Vice President, Performing Rights, one of its Top 30 Power Players during the magazine’s annual Women in Music luncheon, held October 2 in New York. 2009 marks the fifth consecutive compilation of the top-tier list, which “recognizes female executives who drive our business forward with vision, dedication and hard work.” 150 women were nominated by peers in the industry, and Billboard editors trimmed the…
From News, posted 10.14.09
BMI Upgrades Online Catalog Management System for Music Publishers & Songwriters
BMI has launched of multiple updates to its award-winning website, BMI.com, that will provide expanded access to business services for its music publishers, songwriters, composers and licensees. Features now available to registered users include: User management center that provides comprehensive control and access for registered and approved users. The User Manager can specify which level of access individual, registered users can be granted for…
From News, posted 10.05.09
Discounted CMJ Registration Available for BMI Songwriters
CMJ is currently offering BMI songwriters, composers and publishers discounted rates during the pre-registration period. The annual CMJ Music Marathon & Film Festival is one of the music industry’s premier calls-to-action, attracting executives and artists from all over the country. Networking, educational, and showcasing opportunities dominate the stacked schedule for five days and nights—October 20 through 24—in New York City’s Greenwich Village. To register and receive the discount,
From News, posted 9.24.09
Jack Sander Re-Elected Chairman, Cecil L. Walker Re-Elected Presiding Director of the BMI Board
Jack Sander, former Vice Chairman of Belo Corporation in Dallas, Texas, was re-elected as Chairman of the Board of Directors for Broadcast Music, Inc. at the company’s annual shareholder meeting, held today in Nashville, TN. Cecil L. Walker, former Chairman & CEO, Gannett Broadcasting, Atlanta, GA , was re-elected Presiding Director. Also re-elected as members of the Board, in addition to Sander, were Virginia Hubbard Morris, President of Hubbard Radio…
From News, posted 9.21.09
BMI Honors George Clinton, T-Pain, Lil Wayne and Many More at Urban Awards in New York
BMI saluted the world’s premier R&B, rap and hip-hop songwriters, producers and publishers Thursday, September 10 at its annual Urban Awards. BMI President & CEO Del Bryant and Catherine Brewton, Vice President, Writer/Publisher Relations, Atlanta, hosted the ceremony at Frederick P. Rose Hall, Home of Jazz at Lincoln Center, Broadway at 60th Street, New York City. View the BMI Award-Winning Song List View…
From News, posted 9.10.09
BMI Tops Previous Year in Revenues with $905 Million in FY 2009
BMI has announced that it earned more than $905 million in revenues for its 2009 fiscal year, including its subsidiary Landmark Digital Services®, LLC. The company also announced that it increased royalty distributions to more than $788 million for the songwriters, composers and copyright owners it represents. With more than 400,000 songwriters, composers and music publisher affiliates, BMI is the world’s largest music copyright organization. Despite one of the most…
From News, posted 8.25.09
Showmanship Draws Crowds to BMI’s 2009 Lollapalooza Stage
The clamor of music enthusiasts was loud and clear at BMI’s Lollapalooza stage, held at Grant Park’s Hutchinson Field in Chicago on August 7-9. Performances on the BMI stage kicked off each day at 11:15 a.m., setting the pace at the annual music festival known for its wide-ranging appeal. BMI’s eclectic lineup provided a blend of sounds, showmanship and good ole live music. Presenting acts from stateside and…
From News, posted 8.13.09
Nine West’s Vintage America Voices Contest Seeks Songwriters
In conjunction with the launch of its new Vintage America Collection, Nine West has partnered with Sony/ATV Music Publishing to offer aspiring singer/songwriters the opportunity to graduate to a bigger stage. The Vintage America Voices Contest is a talent search for the 21stcentury, relying on YouTube as the competition’s conduit. Now through September 1, hopefuls may submit an original music video featuring an original composition to the competition’s YouTube site,…
From News, posted 8.12.09
BMI’s Byron Wright Talks Shop with RollingOut
BMI Associate Director, Writer/Publisher Relations Byron Wright recently sat down with rolling out TV to discuss crucial industry topics, from how BMI distributes royalties and the best routes to establishing career-building relationships to his own favorite part of working for songwriters and producers at BMI.
From News, posted 8.04.09
T-Pain Celebrates BMI Songwriter of the Year Win in Atlanta
BMI staffers recently visited T-Pain in Atlanta’s Crossover Studios for a belated celebration of a glittering career milestone: Thanks to his compositions “Kiss Kiss” and “Low,” T-Pain garnered the 2009 BMI Pop Songwriter of the Year crown. While most of his peers were honored at the 57th annual BMI Pop Awards on Tuesday, May 19 in Los Angeles, T-Pain had more pressing business to which he needed…
From News, posted 6.24.09
MySpace Catalogs BMI’s Unsigned Urban Showcase
MySpace’s video from the 12th Annual BMI Unsigned Urban Showcase in Atlanta is live and streaming. To relieve the evening or gain an exclusive first look at the night’s competitors and festivities, click here. To view photos from the showcase, click here.
From News, posted 5.11.09
BMI Joins EMI and Valentino to Honor L.A. Reid
BMI, along with EMI and Valentino, held a cocktail reception to honor Def Jam Music Group Chairman L.A. Reid. The reception, which was in support of the Barbara Brewton Cameron Youth Center, took place April 21 at the Valentino store in Atlanta. Following the reception, a private dinner was held at Market Restaurant at the W Hotel Buckhead. Attendees included LA Reid, Young Jeezy, Dallas Austin, Steve Harvey, Fabolous, Jazze…
From News, posted 5.01.09
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