Songwriters Hall of Fame

John & Yoko Ono Lennon's Timeless Global Anthem, "Imagine," Certified Triple Platinum In The U.S. Ahead Of John Lennon's Birthday This Saturday, October 9th

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Friday, October 8, 2021

"We are thrilled to present this award to Yoko for John & Yoko Ono Lennon's 'Imagine.'

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  • "We are thrilled to present this award to Yoko for John & Yoko Ono Lennon's 'Imagine.'
  • "'Imagine' remains a timeless global anthem, and John & Yoko's message of peace is just as relevant today as when it was first written."
  • It has been illuminated in honor of John Lennon every year since it was installed by Yoko Ono in 2007.
  • "I'm so grateful to Yoko Ono, Sean Ono Lennon and the John Lennon Estate for invitingme to make this episode," Hrishikesh Hirway said.

about-face Announces Drop 6: Fractal

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Thursday, September 9, 2021

Always 100% vegan and cruelty-free, Fractal by about-face drops on September 14, 2021.

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  • Always 100% vegan and cruelty-free, Fractal by about-face drops on September 14, 2021.
  • Continuing the premise of transformation and personal self-expression through makeup for every face, Fractal is an evolution of intensity and depth in both pigment and shine.
  • Highly reflective, each Fractal formula is a delicate balance of science and art, remaining uniformly consistent regardless of the product, applicator, or application style.
  • "Delivering a beautiful, glittering look with confidence from unapologetically aggressive to subtle dusting, my Fractal collection allows anyone to invent their own futuristic vision."

Jimmy Jam and Terry Lewis, Rep. Ted Deutch and Rep. Michael McCaul Announced as 2021 Honorees for GRAMMYs on the Hill® 20th Anniversary

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Wednesday, August 11, 2021

Rep. Ted Deutch (D-Fla.) and Rep. Michael McCaul (R-Texas) will be honored for their contributions to support legislation that protects and ensures fair treatment for music creators.

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  • Rep. Ted Deutch (D-Fla.) and Rep. Michael McCaul (R-Texas) will be honored for their contributions to support legislation that protects and ensures fair treatment for music creators.
  • Special guests and attendees will be announced in the coming weeks.
  • To have Jimmy Jam and Terry Lewis and Representatives Deutch and McCaul join us at the 20th anniversary of the event is truly an honor, and we're looking forward to recognizing their invaluable contributions made toward the fight for creators' rights."
  • At GRAMMYs on the Hill, the safety of the honorees, guests, performers, and staff is our first priority.

Women Songwriters Hall of Fame presents - Winter Social Mixer

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Tuesday, August 10, 2021

WASHINGTON, Aug. 10, 2021 /PRNewswire/ -- Women SongWriters Hall of Fame on December 18, 2021 is hosting its first WSHOF -Winter Social Mixer

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  • WASHINGTON, Aug. 10, 2021 /PRNewswire/ -- Women SongWriters Hall of Fame on December 18, 2021 is hosting its first WSHOF -Winter Social Mixer
    Congratulations!!
  • In a few months you will have the opportunity to meet rising female songwriters and singers at another new first for The Women Songwriters Hall of Fame Our Inaugural WSHOF Winter Social Mixer.
  • The success and impact of the Inaugural Women Songwriters Hall of Fame has inspired other events and industry leaders to recognize women in the music industry like: The Grammy's, Rock N Roll Hall of Fame, Songwriters Hall of Fame and even Oprah Winfrey and her Legends Ball 2021 with nods to Diana Ross, Tina Turner, Roberta Flack who also was an Honoree for The Women Songwriters Hall of Fame and others.
  • The success and impact of the Womens Songwriters Hall Fame has helped other organizations in recognizing and understanding the importance of the work - The Women Songwriters Hall of Fame has embarked upon for change in the music industry.

Multi-Grammy Winning Artist and Philanthropist Jason Mraz Honored with the Music for Life Award at The 2020 NAMM Show

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Thursday, January 16, 2020

ANAHEIM, Calif., Jan. 16, 2020 /PRNewswire/ --At the opening Breakfast of Champions session of The 2020 NAMM Show, singer-songwriter, two-time GRAMMY Award winner and Songwriters Hall of Fame honoree Jason Mraz was presented with the National Association of Music Merchants (NAMM) "Music for Life" award.

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  • ANAHEIM, Calif., Jan. 16, 2020 /PRNewswire/ --At the opening Breakfast of Champions session of The 2020 NAMM Show, singer-songwriter, two-time GRAMMY Award winner and Songwriters Hall of Fame honoree Jason Mraz was presented with the National Association of Music Merchants (NAMM) "Music for Life" award.
  • The award was presented by NAMM President and CEO Joe Lamond, who introduced Mraz with acknowledgment of his pioneering and philanthropic spirit.
  • Of the award, Lamond shared: "Music brings everyone together and mentorship is the train that keeps music expanding, impacting and inspiring us all," said Lamond.
  • "I was fortunate to have music education in my public school and that's why I advocate so hard for it," Mraz said.

Cardi B Named ASCAP Songwriter of the Year; Motown Records Honored With ASCAP Rhythm & Soul Heritage Award; Tip "T.I." Harris Receives Inaugural ASCAP Voice of the Culture Award at 2019 ASCAP Rhythm & Soul Music Awards

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Friday, June 21, 2019

Chart-topping rapper Cardi B took home the ASCAP Songwriter of the Year Award for the first time.

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  • Chart-topping rapper Cardi B took home the ASCAP Songwriter of the Year Award for the first time.
  • The honor recognizes the songwriter who has written or co-written the greatest number of most-performed songs of the year.
  • ASCAP Chairman of the Board and President Paul Williams and renowned songwriter Valerie Simpson presented the award to Gordy.
  • The award honors ASCAP members who have had a major impact on the legacy of rhythm and soul music.