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ASCAP CEO ELIZABETH MATTHEWS, LONGSTANDING CHAMPION OF SONGWRITERS, HONORED WITH SONA WARRIOR AWARD

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Monday, October 30, 2023
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LOS ANGELES, Oct. 30, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Elizabeth Matthews, ASCAP Chief Executive Officer and fierce champion for the rights of music creators, was honored Sunday night, October 29, at the annual Songwriters of North America (SONA) Warrior Awards gala in West Hollywood.

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  • LOS ANGELES, Oct. 30, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Elizabeth Matthews, ASCAP Chief Executive Officer and fierce champion for the rights of music creators, was honored Sunday night, October 29, at the annual Songwriters of North America (SONA) Warrior Awards gala in West Hollywood.
  • Video tributes to Matthews featured music industry giants Stephen Schwartz, NE-YO, Marcus Miller, Desmond Child, John Platt and Ashley Gorley among many others.
  • Matthews commented, "To be recognized by SONA means the world to me.
  • I want everyone to know what I know and see what I see — that she is the ultimate warrior for creators," said SONA founder and Executive Director Michelle Lewis.

Somms.ai Brings AI Attribution for Artists and Original Works, Custom GenAI Models to the Enterprise Music Industry

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Wednesday, October 11, 2023
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The platform enables labels, distributors, artists, and rights holders to craft their own custom AI Music Models and attribute AI-generated music to their training data sources, enabling them to assert justifiable ownership, promote fair royalty payouts, and ethically forge new revenue streams.

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  • The platform enables labels, distributors, artists, and rights holders to craft their own custom AI Music Models and attribute AI-generated music to their training data sources, enabling them to assert justifiable ownership, promote fair royalty payouts, and ethically forge new revenue streams.
  • Founded by music industry insiders from Beatport, Napster, MTV, and Native Instruments, Somms.ai was developed with the core mission of helping artists and rights owners to take advantage of AI technology while also protecting their art.
  • “Training AI models on other people's material without consent is unethical and fundamentally detrimental to the industry,” said Sean Power, CEO of Somms.ai.
  • “We have invented the equivalent of PRO algorithms for measuring public performance for the enterprise music industry.

BRANDON LAKE NAMED ASCAP CHRISTIAN MUSIC SONGWRITER OF THE YEAR AT 45th ASCAP CHRISTIAN MUSIC AWARDS CELEBRATION

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Tuesday, October 3, 2023
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NASHVILLE, Tenn., Oct. 2, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- ASCAP, the American Society of Composers, Authors, and Publishers, the only US PRO that operates on a not-for-profit basis, tonight honored the songwriters and publishers of Christian music's 25 most-performed songs of the past year at an exclusive celebration for its ASCAP Christian Music Award winners in Nashville.

Key Points: 
  • Lake will release his Coat of Many Colors LP on October 20.
  • Recorded and released by Katy Nichole, "In Jesus Name (God of Possible)" was a #1 hit on Billboard's Hot Christian Songs and Christian Airplay charts.
  • Spencer and Jamie Rodgers, Vice President of Essential Music Publishing, the song's publisher, accepted the award.
  • For a complete list of ASCAP Christian Music Award winners: www.ascap.com/christianawards23 .

Top Songwriters and Composers Urge Congress to Protect the Rights of American Music Creators During ASCAP "Stand with Songwriters" Advocacy Day on September 21

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Wednesday, September 20, 2023
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WASHINGTON, Sept. 20, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Award-winning songwriters and composers will convene on Capitol Hill tomorrow, September 21, to meet with elected officials as part of the annual American Society of Composers, Authors & Publishers' (ASCAP) "Stand with Songwriters" Advocacy Day. They will urge Members of Congress to protect the rights of American music creators and defend the value of music in the age of artificial intelligence (AI).

Key Points: 
  • They will urge Members of Congress to protect the rights of American music creators and defend the value of music in the age of artificial intelligence (AI).
  • "True music comes from deep within our souls; it's human-first, heart songs, revealing and often healing our human condition," said ASCAP Chairman of the Board and President Paul Williams.
  • "Now we need Congress to put humans first, stand with songwriters and protect our rights to our own musical works.
  • ASCAP's congressional meetings will follow tonight's "We Write the Songs" concert at The Library of Congress, sponsored by The ASCAP Foundation.

Mr. Fingaz Unveils R&B Instrumental EP "Made From Taiwan" on October 20, 2023

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Tuesday, September 19, 2023
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QUEENS, N.Y., Sept. 19, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Multi-talented musician and producer Taiwan Green, known professionally as Mr. Fingaz, is set to release his highly anticipated R&B instrumental EP, "Made From Taiwan," on October 20, 2023.

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  • QUEENS, N.Y., Sept. 19, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Multi-talented musician and producer Taiwan Green, known professionally as Mr. Fingaz, is set to release his highly anticipated R&B instrumental EP, "Made From Taiwan," on October 20, 2023.
  • With an illustrious career spanning over two decades, Mr. Fingaz has made an indelible mark in the music industry with his exceptional contributions to chart-topping hits.
  • Behind the moniker Mr. Fingaz lies Taiwan Green, who initially rose to prominence as a prodigy classical pianist.
  • Aside from his impressive musical achievements, Mr. Fingaz is also committed to giving back to the community that nurtured his talents.

Matthew West to Receive Prestigious ASCAP Golden Note Award

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Thursday, September 14, 2023
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NASHVILLE, Tenn., Sept. 14, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- ASCAP, the American Society of Composers, Authors, and Publishers, the only US PRO that operates on a not-for-profit basis, will honor songwriter and artist Matthew West with the ASCAP Golden Note Award.

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  • NASHVILLE, Tenn., Sept. 14, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- ASCAP, the American Society of Composers, Authors, and Publishers, the only US PRO that operates on a not-for-profit basis, will honor songwriter and artist Matthew West with the ASCAP Golden Note Award.
  • He has released 11 albums with songs including the RIAA platinum-certified single, "The Motions," and the RIAA gold-certified single, "Hello, My Name Is."
  • West's work has earned him a Billboard Music Award, an American Music Award, multiple Dove Awards, and a Primetime Emmy Award nomination.
  • The ASCAP Golden Note Award is presented to songwriters, composers, and artists who have achieved extraordinary career milestones.

MULTI-PLATINUM SELLING RAPPER, PRODUCER AND MUSIC LEGEND DR. DRE TO RECEIVE ASCAP HIP-HOP ICON AWARD AT ASCAP RHYTHM & SOUL CELEBRATION OF 50 YEARS OF HIP-HOP

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Tuesday, June 20, 2023
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NEW YORK, June 20, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Today, the American Society of Composers, Authors and Publishers (ASCAP) Rhythm & Soul department revealed plans to honor legendary multi-platinum selling producer and artist Dr. Dre with the inaugural ASCAP Hip-Hop Icon Award at the ASCAP Rhythm & Soul Music Awards Celebration of 50 Years of Hip-Hop in Los Angeles on Thursday, June 22. The ASCAP Hip-Hop Icon Award is presented to ASCAP members whose musical contributions have made an indelible impact on the art and culture of hip-hop.

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  • The ASCAP Hip-Hop Icon Award is presented to ASCAP members whose musical contributions have made an indelible impact on the art and culture of hip-hop.
  • "Dre continues to be a pivotal figure in the music industry and we are thrilled to recognize him with the inaugural ASCAP Hip-Hop Icon Award as we mark 50 years of hip-hop."
  • Jimmy Iovine and Dre established Beats Electronics in 2008, and later launched Beats Music – Apple acquired both in 2014.
  • Music at the June 22 event will be provided by Grammy Award winner DJ Kid Capri and attendees will include top names in the music and entertainment industry.

ASCAP INTRODUCES SLATE OF AI INITIATIVES TO HELP MUSIC CREATORS NAVIGATE THE FUTURE WHILE PROTECTING THEIR WORK

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Tuesday, June 13, 2023
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NEW YORK, June 13, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- With the potential for artificial intelligence (AI) to create both massive disruption and great opportunity within the music industry, ASCAP — the only US PRO that operates on a not-for-profit basis — is introducing a slate of AI initiatives to help music creators navigate the future while protecting their work. These newly announced initiatives include: adoption by the ASCAP Board of Directors of a set of key ASCAP AI principles, creator education, startup incubation and policy development. Building upon ASCAP's strong track record of technology advances, industry advocacy and music royalty growth, these initiatives place ASCAP at the forefront of exploring and shaping the future of music and AI.

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  • Announces 2023 ASCAP Lab Music and AI Challenge Teams, Upcoming ASCAP Experience AI Panel, and July ASCAP AI Symposium
    NEW YORK, June 13, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- With the potential for artificial intelligence (AI) to create both massive disruption and great opportunity within the music industry, ASCAP — the only US PRO that operates on a not-for-profit basis — is introducing a slate of AI initiatives to help music creators navigate the future while protecting their work.
  • These newly announced initiatives include: adoption by the ASCAP Board of Directors of a set of key ASCAP AI principles, creator education, startup incubation and policy development.
  • Building upon ASCAP's strong track record of technology advances, industry advocacy and music royalty growth, these initiatives place ASCAP at the forefront of exploring and shaping the future of music and AI.
  • The future is bright and we have our helmets on to fight the fight to protect the rights of music creators."

Leading child mental health organisations call for global action against infant, child and adolescent trauma

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Thursday, June 1, 2023
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To address this pressing concern and mobilise global efforts, the International Association for Child and Adolescent Psychiatry and Allied Professions (IACAPAP), International Society for Adolescent Psychiatry and Psychology (ISAPP), World Association for Infant Mental Health (WAIMH), and World Psychiatric Association Child and Adolescent Psychiatry (WPA-CAP) have jointly declared April 23 as the World Infant, Child and Adolescent Mental Health Day (WICAMHD).

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  • To address this pressing concern and mobilise global efforts, the International Association for Child and Adolescent Psychiatry and Allied Professions (IACAPAP), International Society for Adolescent Psychiatry and Psychology (ISAPP), World Association for Infant Mental Health (WAIMH), and World Psychiatric Association Child and Adolescent Psychiatry (WPA-CAP) have jointly declared April 23 as the World Infant, Child and Adolescent Mental Health Day (WICAMHD).
  • This year witnessed the second annual WICAMHD event under the theme of Stand Against Infant, Child and Adolescent Trauma.
  • Dr Dennis Ougrin, Consultant Child and Adolescent Psychiatrist, Visiting Professor of Child and Adolescent Psychiatry and Global Mental Health, Institute of Psychiatry, Psychology and Neuroscience, King's College London discussed the impacts of the war in Ukraine.
  • These include the Indian Association for Child and Adolescent Mental Health (IACAM), the Lithuanian Society of Child and Adolescent Psychiatry (LVPPD), the American Academy of Child and Adolescent Psychiatry (AACAP), the Austrian Society of Child and Adolescent Psychiatry, Psychosomatics and Psychotherapy (ASCAP) and the Section of Child and Adolescent Psychiatry, College of Psychiatrists, Academy of Medicine, Singapore (SCAP).

MetaWorks’ MusicFX Forms New Music Publishing Division as AI and New Technologies Disrupt Industry

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Wednesday, May 31, 2023
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Fairfield, CA, May 31, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- MetaWorks Platforms, Inc. (“MetaWorks” or the “Company”), (CSE: MWRK and OTCQB: MWRK), an award-winning Web3 company that owns and operates blockchain platforms in the entertainment & technology space, today announced that it has registered with ASCAP (American Society of Composers, Authors & Publishers) and created a new music publishing division focused on the Web3 opportunities in Music, Movies and AI.

Key Points: 
  • AI has the potential to transform the music publishing business in several ways.
  • “Today we’re pleased to announce the creation of a new publishing division of our MusicFX web3 platform.
  • With this new music publishing division, we plan to build, develop, and monetize a music content library initially focusing on the scores and soundtracks of movies,” MetaWorks Platforms President Scott Gallagher commented.
  • Today music, movies and many other forms of content are made and posted from a simple smart phone to social platforms in minutes.