BMI Film & TV Awards

GARY KEMP TO BE HONOURED AS A BMI ICON AT THE 2023 BMI LONDON AWARDS

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Thursday, August 31, 2023

LONDON, Aug. 31, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- BMI® (Broadcast Music, Inc.®)  today announced that Gary Kemp of Spandau Ballet will be named a BMI Icon at the 2023 BMI London Awards held 2nd October at The Savoy Hotel. The renowned singer/songwriter and accomplished actor will be honoured for his illustrious career and enduring musical contributions which have inspired legions of fans and music creators around the world. In addition, globally acclaimed producer Richard "P2J" Isong will receive the BMI Impact Award, a recognition given for ground-breaking artistry, creative vision and impact on the future of music. This marks the first time a producer has received this honour. The private event will be hosted by BMI President & CEO Mike O'Neill.

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  • "We're in for an exciting night celebrating our BMI family of UK and European songwriters, composers and music publishers," said O'Neill.
  • "We're thrilled to pay tribute to the legendary Gary Kemp in recognition of his incredible creative accomplishments.
  • We look forward to celebrating all the 2023 BMI London Award winners with a fantastic evening of music.
  • He's received multiple accolades, including GRAMMY, Soul Train and BMI awards, and his music has amassed over a billion streams.

Iconic Multi-Platinum Band -- Matchbox Twenty -- Selects Asset Entities to Design, Develop, and Manage The Band’s Discord Community

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Thursday, August 3, 2023

Matchbox Twenty, the Multi-Platinum Band, whose career has generated sales of over 40 million records worldwide, attracts a massive following across all age groups from 7 to 70.

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  • Matchbox Twenty, the Multi-Platinum Band, whose career has generated sales of over 40 million records worldwide, attracts a massive following across all age groups from 7 to 70.
  • “Matchbox Twenty has decided to join the future of fan engagement via Discord to create its digital fan community, and the band chose to do it with Asset Entities.
  • To join Matchbox Twenty’s new Discord where you can interact with Eddie the AI Rock Bot, go to https://Discord.gg/matchboxtwenty .
  • For the music video for the song, “Push”, visit: https://www.youtube.com/watch?app=desktop&v=HAkHqYlqops )
    To learn about Matchbox Twenty, see upcoming tour dates, and purchase their merchandise, visit: https://matchboxtwenty.com/

LIL WAYNE TO BE NAMED A BMI ICON AT THE 2023 BMI R&B/HIP-HOP AWARDS

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Tuesday, June 27, 2023

NEW YORK, June 27, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- BMI (Broadcast Music, Inc.) will present the 5x GRAMMY® award-winning superstar rapper, executive and philanthropist Lil Wayne with the BMI Icon Award at the 2023 R&B/Hip-Hop Awards on September 6. BMI's highest honor will recognize Wayne's illustrious career spanning over 20 years and his incomparable influence on the genre and beyond. The evening will also celebrate the 50th Anniversary of Hip-Hop, paying tribute to its legacy and continued influence on music creators and fans across multiple generations. Hosted by BMI President & CEO Mike O'Neill and BMI Vice President, Creative, Atlanta, Catherine Brewton, the private event will be held at LIV Nightclub in Miami Beach.

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  • "As a legend and superstar of Hip-Hop, Lil Wayne is synonymous with the genre.
  • Throughout his years with BMI, Wayne has received 52 BMI Awards as well as being named R&B/Hip Hop Songwriter of the Year in 2008, 2009, 2011 and 2013.
  • He also received College Song of the Year at the BMI London Awards in 2009 for his track "Down."
  • As the 2023 honoree, Lil Wayne joins an elite group of music creators who have received BMI's highest honor.

GLOBAL SUPERSTAR KHALID TO RECEIVE BMI CHAMPION AWARD AT THE 2023 BMI POP AWARDS

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Tuesday, April 11, 2023

NEW YORK, April 11, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- BMI (Broadcast Music, Inc.) is excited to announce that global superstar Khalid will be honored with the BMI Champion Award at the 71st Annual BMI Pop Awards. The multiple platinum-selling recording artist and songwriter will be celebrated for his exceptional artistry and philanthropic efforts which have touched the lives of many. BMI's Pop Song of the Year, Songwriter of the Year, Publisher of the Year and BMI's top 50 most-performed pop songs in the U.S. of the previous year will also be named. The private event, hosted by BMI President and CEO Mike O'Neill and Vice President Worldwide Creative Barbara Cane, will be held on Tuesday, May 9th at the Beverly Wilshire Hotel in Beverly Hills, CA.

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  • Evening Also Celebrates the Top Pop Songs, Songwriters and Music Publishers on
    Tuesday, May 9th in Beverly Hills, CA
    NEW YORK, April 11, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- BMI (Broadcast Music, Inc.) is excited to announce that global superstar Khalid will be honored with the BMI Champion Award at the 71st Annual BMI Pop Awards.
  • "Khalid exemplifies the true spirit of a Champion as one who believes, one who does and one who generously gives back," said Cane.
  • Khalid has been nominated for seven GRAMMY Awards and has won six Billboard Music Awards, three American Music Awards, a Teen Choice Award, an MTV Video Music Award, and an MTV Woody Award.
  • In addition to his music, Khalid, alongside his mother, created The Great Khalid Foundation in 2020 to bridge education, innovation and music.

Stella Rosa® Enters Sprits Segment with the Launch of Stella Rosa Brandy

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Wednesday, September 21, 2022

LOS ANGELES, Sept. 21, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Stella Rosa®, America's #1 imported wine, and its parent company Riboli Family Wines, breaks into the spirits sector with an inaugural launch of their premium imported flavored brandy portfolio: Stella Rosa Smooth Black, Tropical Passion, and Honey Peach Brandy (SRP: $29.99/750ml).

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  • The Stella Rosa Brandy portfolio includes:
    Stella Rosa Smooth Black Brandy (SRP $29.99): Blueberry, raspberry, and blackberry.
  • Stella Rosa Tropical Passion Brandy (SRP $29.99): Mango, pineapple, and passion fruit.
  • Stella Rosa Honey Peach Brandy (SRP $29.99): Ripe peaches and honey.
  • The Stella Rosa Brandy portfolio is now available in select markets: Miami, Los Angeles, Atlanta, New Orleans, Chicago, Baltimore, and Houston.

Martin Guitar Unveils the 000JR-10E Shawn Mendes Custom Signature Acoustic Guitar

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Wednesday, September 14, 2022

NAZARETH, Pa., Sept. 14, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- C.F. Martin & Co. (Martin Guitar) has partnered with GRAMMY nominated, multi-platinum, singer-songwriter Shawn Mendes to bring you the 000JR-10E Shawn Mendes Custom Signature Edition.

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  • Martin & Co. (Martin Guitar) has partnered with GRAMMY nominated, multi-platinum
    singer-songwriter Shawn Mendes to bring you the 000JR-10E Shawn Mendes Custom Signature Edition.
  • - Shawn Mendes
    Inspired by Shawn's go-to vintage Martin and featuring classic Shawn imagery, every detail of this guitar was designed and created in collaboration with Mendes for his official signature model.The new guitar not only sounds amazing, but is incredibly comfortable, and best of all, it's environmentally friendly.
  • The Shawn Mendes Signature Edition marks the largest production run of 100% FSC certified guitars Martin has ever completed, and it is the first time a Martin guitar has been paired with a gig bag made from recycled ocean plastic.
  • - Shawn Mendes
    A Shawn Mendes signature guitar wouldn't be complete without some personal design details that all of Shawn's fans will appreciate.

BUSTA RHYMES TO BE HONORED AS A BMI ICON AT THE 2022 BMI R&B/HIP-HOP AWARDS

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Tuesday, August 9, 2022

NEW YORK, Aug. 9, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- BMI (Broadcast Music, Inc.) will honor the multiple award-winning songwriter/rapper/producer and actor Busta Rhymes with the BMI Icon Award at its 2022 R&B/Hip-Hop Awards on September 7. The private event, held at the LIV Nightclub Miami Beach, will be hosted by BMI President & CEO Mike O'Neill and BMI Vice President, Creative (Atlanta) Catherine Brewton.

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  • "As one of the pioneers of hip-hop, we are excited to honor Busta Rhymes as a BMI Icon," saidBrewton.
  • His quick wit and intricate rapping style have made him legendary, inspiring many young performers to follow in his footsteps.
  • We're also thrilled to be back in person in Miami, celebrating our top music creators behind some of today's most-performed songs.
  • As the 2022 honoree, Busta Rhymes joins an elite group of music creators who have received BMI's highest honor.

WORLD-RENOWNED COMPOSER BRIAN TYLER TO BE HONORED AS A BMI ICON AT THE 38TH ANNUAL BMI FILM, TV AND VISUAL MEDIA AWARDS

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Thursday, April 14, 2022

LOS ANGELES, April 14, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- BMI (Broadcast Music, Inc.) is proud to name esteemed composer Brian Tyler as a BMI Icon at the 38th Annual BMI Film, TV and Visual Media Awards on May 11th in Beverly Hills, CA. Tyler will be receiving the highest honor of the evening for his exceptional body of work and phenomenal success as a composer, orchestral conductor and music producer. In addition, the BMI Impact Award will be presented to the ensemble of BMI's female composers who scored the ground-breaking Women Warriors: The Voices of Change project, celebrating the female activists who have fought for human rights and equality over the years. The private ceremony will be hosted by BMI President and CEO Mike O'Neill and BMI Senior Vice President, Creative, Alex Flores.

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  • "It is our honor to celebrate Brian Tyler's musical accomplishments by presenting him with the BMI Icon Award," saidFlores.
  • "As one of today's most prolific composers, Brian has scored countless hits across film, TV and gaming, resonating with millions of fans worldwide.
  • We're looking forward to a magnificent night celebrating the best in film, TV and visual media scoring."
  • Throughout his career, Tyler has amassed numerous accolades including 34 BMI Awards, three Emmy Award nominations, and 12 GoldSpirit Awards, including Composer of the Year.

Doja Lets the Cat out of the Bag, Announcing Herself as the New Global Brand Ambassador for JBL®

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Monday, April 4, 2022

JBL announces its latest global ambassador, teaming up for a collaborative partnership with global superstar Doja Cat.

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  • JBL announces its latest global ambassador, teaming up for a collaborative partnership with global superstar Doja Cat.
  • View the full release here: https://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20220404005676/en/
    The answer was loud and clear: JBL and Doja are teaming up in a big way.
  • Id wear clothes made of JBL speakers if I could, said Doja Cat.
  • Doja Cat recently became the first rapper to have 3 songs in the Top 10 at Top 40 radio.

Reservoir Announces New Deal for the Catalog of Lyricist Larry Kusik

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Tuesday, March 29, 2022

Kusik was a prolific lyricist whose works can be heard in some of the most iconic films released during the 1960s and 1970s.

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  • Kusik was a prolific lyricist whose works can be heard in some of the most iconic films released during the 1960s and 1970s.
  • Speak Softly Love won Kusik an ASCAP award and was recorded by several artists, with Andy Williams version climbing to #34 on Billboards Hot 100.
  • Additionally, Kusik co-wrote the lyrics for A Time For Us, which first appeared in the 1968 version of Romeo and Juliet.
  • Im so glad my fathers catalog has found a new home with the passionate team at Reservoir, Thomas Glass, Kusiks son, also commented.