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Pepe Aguilar Rediscovers His Voice
In the tradition of ranchera music, singers don't usually write their own songs – legendary names like Javier Solis, Jorge Negrete and Lola Beltrán have always relied on songwriters to provide them with material, and early in his career in that genre, Texas-born (but Mexican-raised) Pepe Aguilar wasn't different, even though he had been composing his own tunes since he started out in a rock band during…
From MusicWorld, posted 5.14.09
Gloria Estefan Named Icon at 16th Annual BMI Latin Music Awards
En EspañolBMI held its 16th annual Latin Music Awards Thursday, March 12 at The Breakers Ponce De Leon Ballroom in Palm Beach, Florida. Gloria Estefan was named a BMI Icon; singer/songwriter Espinoza Paz earned his second consecutive Latin Songwriter of the Year; “A Ti Si Puedo Decirte” garnered Song of the Year honors for writer Javier Sanroman and publisher Siempre Music; and Editora…
From News, posted 3.12.09
BMI Artists Poised for Big Night at 2008 Latin Grammys
BMI artist/songwriters captured a slew of the 2008 Latin Grammy nominations, announced recently in Los Angeles. The fastest-growing format in the country, Latin music continues to commandeer the mainstream spotlight, thanks to both established favorites and promising new voices. With six nominations, Café Tacvba garnered the most nods, boasting a Best Alternative Album nod for Sino, Record of the Year and Best Alternative Song taps for “Volver…
From News, posted 9.18.08
Latin Radio and Entertainment Convention Offers BMI Discount
The 2nd Annual Latin Radio and Entertainment Convention, created by the Monitor Latino and Radio Notas, will be held July 20-23, 2008 at the Los Angeles Airport Marriott Hotel. The convention will re-unite radio, music and entertainment leaders from across the nation, Mexico and Puerto Rico to discuss the latest radio, retail, branding, licensing, touring, digital and publishing trends impacting the Latin Music Business. BMI is a proud sponsor of…
From News, posted 7.17.08
BMI Celebrates Excellence In Latin Music
Univision’s 20th Anniversary of Premio Lo Nuestro (Excellence in Latin Music), held February 21 at the American Airlines Arena in Miami, attracted Latin music’s biggest stars. BMI’s Jake Cavazos was in attendance to celebrate momentous event. Emilio Estefan, 2005 BMI Songwriter of the Year and Jake Cavazos The televised live event considered one of the most prestigious award ceremonies held…
From News, posted 3.05.08
BMI Celebrates With The Grammys
The National Academy of Recording Arts & Sciences (NARAS) threw a rousing viewing party at the Seminole Hard Rock Casino in Hollywood, Florida for the 50th annual Grammy Awards, which aired Sunday, February 10 in Los Angeles. BMI Miami’s Jake Cavazos was on hand to cheer on the night’s big winners, which included BMI Icons Los Tigres del Norte (Best Norteno Album) and Juan…
From News, posted 2.17.08
Juan Luis Guerra Tops Latin Grammys
Dominican singer/songwriter Juan Luis Guerra dominated the eighth annual Latin Grammys, held November 8 in Las Vegas, winning five awards, including Album of the Year for La Llave De Mi Corazon (The Key to My Heart), which was also named Best Merengue Album of the Year. The album’s title track won for Record of the Year, Song of the Year and Best Tropical Song. Guerra was named…
From News, posted 11.09.07
L.A. ‘Industry Insider’ Spotlights Latin Music
BMI, Gibson Guitar and Billboard magazine will present a Latin music-focused “Industry Insider” panel series on Wednesday, October 17. Focusing on Latin music, the “Producers Roundtable” will be held from 7:00 to 8:30 p.m. at the Gibson Guitars Showroom in Beverly Hills. The showroom is located at 9350 Civic Center Drive, Suite 130. The panel will be moderated by Billboard Latin music correspondent Ayala Ben-Yehuda, and will feature some of…
From News, posted 9.26.07
Juan Luis Guerra Leads Latin Grammy Nominees
BMI singer/songwriter Juan Luis Guerra leads the list of nominees for the 8th Annual Latin Grammy Awards, announced August 29 at a press conference held at club Mansion in Miami. The Latin Grammy ceremony will be held November 8 at Mandalay Bay Events Center in Las Vegas. Guerra scored five nominations, including Album of the Year, Best Merengue Album, Record of the Year, Song of the Year,…
From News, posted 8.29.07
Latin Grammys Love Shakira, Calle 13
Just like Wyclef Jean chants in her massive hit "Hips Don't Lie," New York's Madison Square Garden echoed with cries of "Shakira, Shakira" last night (11/2) as the Colombian singer added four Latin Grammys to her already full trophy shelf. Taking home some of the night's biggest awards -- Record and Song of the Year for "La Tortura," and Album of the Year and Best Female Pop…
From News, posted 11.02.06
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