The American Society of Composers, Authors and Publishers (ASCAP) is a professional membership organization of songwriters, composers and music publishers of every kind of music. ASCAP's mission is to license and promote the music of its members and foreign affiliates, obtain fair compensation for the public performance of their works and to distribute the royalties that it collects based upon those performances. ASCAP members write the world's best-loved music and ASCAP has pioneered the efficient licensing of that music to hundreds of thousands of enterprises who use it to add value to their business - from bars, restaurants and retail, to radio, TV and cable, to Internet, mobile services and more. The ASCAP license offers an efficient solution for businesses to legally perform ASCAP music while respecting the right of songwriters and composers to be paid fairly. With over 925,000 members representing more than 11.5 million copyrighted works, ASCAP is the worldwide leader in performance royalties, service and advocacy for songwriters and composers, and the only American performing rights organization (PRO) owned and governed by its writer and publisher members. www.ascap.com
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ASCAP will honor South Africa-born British rising singer-songwriter and producer Kenya Grace with the prestigious ASCAP Global Impact Award in recognition of her viral skyrocket to the top of the dance music world. Best known for her chart-topping 2023 hit “Strangers,” Kenya Grace is a self-taught producer who merges R&B melodies, soulful stylings and electronic influences. Her distinctive fusion of sleek, club-ready pop and dynamic drum and bass has won her a legion of fans across the globe, as well as a BRIT Award nomination, a UK No.1 single and No.1 on the Billboard Hot Dance/Electronic chart. The award presentation will take place at a VIP celebration of top UK-affiliated songwriters and composers in London.
ASCAP's Senior Vice President of Latin Membership and International Affairs Gaby González has been honored as a top executive on Billboard Latin's Women in Music list. 🎶 Congrats, Gaby 🎉 https://bit.ly/45cqRz2
ASCAP will honor the incredible Victoria Monét with the prestigious 🏆 ASCAP Vanguard Award at an exclusive VIP party in Los Angeles. This multi-talented superstar has not only won three GRAMMY awards, including Best New Artist in 2024, but she has also been making waves in the music industry for over a decade. This past year, she finally released her highly anticipated debut album, JAGUAR II, which has been met with great success. Standout tracks include "Smoke" featuring Lucky Daye, "Party Girls" featuring Buju Banton, and culture-defining hit single "On My Mama," which earned three No.1 spots at R&B / hip-hop radio and is currently in the top 40. With an impressive seven GRAMMY nominations, Victoria became the second most-nominated artist at the 2024 GRAMMYs and one of the most talked-about artists of the year. Her rise to stardom is undeniable, and the ASCAP Vanguard Award is a testament to her undeniable talent and hard work.
🌈 Happy #PrideMonth, ASCAP family! We are proud to support and uplift our LGBTQIA+ members, friends and employees. All month long we will be celebrating your stories, your music and all that makes you unique. To kick off Pride month, hit play on our #ASCAPProud playlist overflowing with songs written by and featuring our LGBTQIA+ ASCAP members: https://bit.ly/4ckx7HB
ASCAP will present multi-platinum, Grammy-winning global icon Usher with the 🏆 ASCAP Voice of the Culture Award. After releasing his self-titled debut in 1994, when he was just 15, Usher has become one of the best-selling artists in music history. He has sold over 80 million records worldwide, earned 9 No. 1s on the Billboard Hot 100 and achieved 4 consecutive No. 1 albums. Recently, Usher was the headliner of Apple Music’s halftime show for the 2024 Super Bowl LVIII, where he delivered a 13-minute-long, record-breaking ratings celebration of his effervescent and timeless sound. Celebrating 30 years as an entertainer, Usher released his ninth studio album, COMING HOME. The ASCAP Voice of the Culture Award presentation will take place at a VIP party in Los Angeles to celebrate ASCAP’s top music creators at the crossroads of music, art and culture.
It’s Mental Health Awareness Month 💙 Here are 6️⃣ ways you can build your mental and emotional strength to support long-term productivity for an extraordinary music career. Explore these ASCAP Wellness tips & more here: https://bit.ly/3VmdUQ4
Hey, 🗽 New York City! Join multi-platinum songwriter Sam Hollander TODAY to explore the first Apple Music 100 Best Albums. He’ll chat with Apple Music Radio host Nadeska Alexis about the music that made the list and its impact on culture and fans. Register here ➡️ https://lnkd.in/gKjT2-Rj 📅 Today | Thursday, May 30 from 6-7PM 📍 Apple Soho 103 Prince Street New York, NY 10012 Come early and stay after to enjoy Spatial Audio listening experiences with AirPods Max. Devices provided. Sign language supported. #TodayatApple
Last week, we celebrated the life & lyrics of Howard Ashman, the brilliant lyricist behind many of Disney’s most beloved songs of all time (The Little Mermaid, Beauty and the Beast) at the 2024 ASCAP Foundation Musical Theatre Fest. Featured performers included Darren Criss, Emily Bear, Abigail Barlow & more. The night also featured a special conversation with Howard’s collaborators Ron Clements and John Musker (Disney Animators and Film Directors).
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[📘 CISAC’s 2024 Annual Report] The CISAC Annual Report, published today, highlights CISAC’s key priorities, led by its legislative advocacy for creators rights at a pivotal moment in the age of Artificial Intelligence. ✨ Highlights of the Annual report include: ◾ The successful takeover by CISAC of the CIS-Net tools that underpin inter-society data exchanges. ◾ Increase in the adoption of the ISWC. ◾ Setting the legal framework for creators in the AI environment. ◾ Working for growth and strong copyright frameworks at national level. ◾ Several key interventions by CISAC’s President and Vice-Presidents at centres of international influence such as World Intellectual Property Organization – WIPO, UNESCO and regional agencies, to promote and safeguard creators’ rights ◾ International campaigns on the Resale Right for visual artists and for an unwaivable right of remuneration for audiovisual creators. 🔗 Read the press release for more information: https://lnkd.in/gpp-WF7r #CISACAnnualReport2024 #CISACGeneralAssembly2024 #CISACinKorea2024