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THE LEGENDARY DORINDA CLARK-COLE OF THE CLARK SISTERS TO BE HONORED AS A TRAILBLAZER OF GOSPEL AT THE 2024 BMI TRAILBLAZERS OF GOSPEL MUSIC AWARDS

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Thursday, February 22, 2024

ATLANTA, Feb. 22, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- BMI (Broadcast Music, Inc.) will pay tribute to the songwriters and publishers behind the best in Gospel at the 2024 BMI Trailblazers of Gospel Music Awards, held at Flourish Atlanta on Thursday, March 28th. Gospel legend and world-renowned evangelist Dorinda Clark-Cole will receive the evening's highest honor as a Trailblazer of Gospel in recognition of her illustrious career spanning over 50 years and incomparable influence on the genre and beyond. Jonathan McReynolds will receive the BMI Champion Award for his exceptional artistry and impact on Gospel music, marking the first time this accolade has been presented at this ceremony. The private event will be hosted by BMI President & CEO Mike O'Neill and BMI Vice President, Creative, Atlanta, Catherine Brewton.

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  • The private event will be hosted by BMI President & CEO Mike O'Neill and BMI Vice President, Creative, Atlanta, Catherine Brewton.
  • "We're thrilled to be recognizing our BMI family of songwriters and publishers for their contributions to Gospel music and the Gospel community," said Brewton.
  • The Clark Sisters are among the legends of Gospel, and Dorinda's distinctive jazzy sound lends a unique brilliance to the group.
  • Dorinda Clark-Cole, known as the "Rose of Gospel Music," is a multiple award-winning singer/songwriter, a talk show host, and world-renowned evangelist.

Purchase College Alumni and Faculty Win Grammy Awards for Jazz and Classical Music

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Tuesday, February 6, 2024

PURCHASE, N.Y., Feb. 6, 2024 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Purchase College, SUNY is excited to announce that alumni and faculty members took home GRAMMY Awards this past weekend.

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  • PURCHASE, N.Y., Feb. 6, 2024 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Purchase College, SUNY is excited to announce that alumni and faculty members took home GRAMMY Awards this past weekend.
  • Jazz Studies alum Samara Joy '21, who took home two GRAMMY awards last year, has won a third award for Best Jazz Performance for "Tight."
  • Nicole Zuraitis, Lecturer of Jazz Studies, Voice, received the Best Jazz Vocal Album award for her album, How Love Begins.
  • From jazz to classical music, our faculty and alumni of the Conservatory of Music are making great strides.

Make-A-Wish America reveals the 2023 winners of the prestigious Chris Greicius Celebrity Award

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Tuesday, February 6, 2024

PHOENIX, Feb. 6, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Make-A-Wish has announced the 2023 winners of the Chris Greicius Celebrity Award, given each year to some of the celebrities, entertainers, athletes, influencers, and industry partners who have played a significant and impactful role in furthering the Make-A-Wish mission. Each winner is honored for their ongoing commitment to delivering hope to children with critical illnesses and their families when they need it most. The Chris Greicius Celebrity Award winners for 2023 are:

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  • The Chris Greicius Celebrity Award winners for 2023 are:
    Team Blippi (MoonBug Entertainment): Through its show, Blippi has helped countless curious children experience the world around them – and Blippi has taken the same caring approach to wish granting.
  • Judy Tenuta: Judy Tenuta, the late actor, comedian, artist, author and two-time GRAMMY nominee, is the recipient of this year's "Icon Award" – an elevated tier of recognition under the Chris Greicius Celebrity Award umbrella.
  • "The Chris Greicius Celebrity Award not only serves as recognition and validation of each winner's continued support of our wish kids but also cements their legacy as part of the Make-A-Wish mission," said Leslie Motter, president and CEO of Make-A-Wish America.
  • Started more than 30 years ago, the Chris Greicius Celebrity Award is named after Chris Greicius, the 7-year-old boy whose wish to be a police officer inspired the creation of Make-A-Wish in 1980.

Wave® Petunias by PanAmerican Seed® Shine on the Red Carpet

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Monday, February 5, 2024

WEST CHICAGO, Ill., Feb. 5, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- In a breathtaking display of vibrant color and botanical artistry, Wave® Petunias appeared at the 66th GRAMMY Awards®, thanks to the visionary designs of Tu Bloom, the official Botanical Artist for The GRAMMYs®.

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  • On Sunday, February 4, the red carpet at Crypto.com Arena in Los Angeles transformed into a living masterpiece as Tu Bloom incorporated Wave® Spreading Petunias into his captivating floral installation.
  • The E3 Easy Wave® series, specifically delightful hues of Sky Blue, White, and Red, added a burst of life to Music's Biggest Night®, creating a visually stunning atmosphere for the top-performing recording artists.
  • "I am thrilled to have collaborated with Wave Petunias for this year's GRAMMY Awards®.
  • Sarah Makiejus, Global Marketing Manager for PanAmerican Seed, shares the excitement, stating, "It's been captivating to watch Tu Bloom work his magic with the Wave Petunias, showcasing them in a whole new way on The GRAMMYs® red carpet.

NAfME Member Annie Ray Named 2024 GRAMMY Music Educator Award Honoree

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Monday, February 5, 2024

HERNDON, Va., Feb. 5, 2024 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- The National Association for Music Education (NAfME) congratulates music educator Annie Ray on being honored with the 2024 Music Educator Award™. The honor presented by The Recording Academy and the GRAMMY Museum™ is well-deserved. Ray is a member of NAfME and the Virginia Music Educators Association (VMEA). This is the eleventh year the Music Educator Award has been presented, and now nine of the winners have been members of NAfME: Kent Knappenberger (2014); Jared Cassedy (2015); Phillip Riggs (2016); Keith Hancock (2017); Melissa Salguero (2018); Jeffery Redding (2019); Mickey Smith Jr. (2020); Pamela Dawson (2023); and now Annie Ray (2024).

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  • The National Association for Music Education (NAfME) congratulates music educator Annie Ray on being honored with the 2024 Music Educator Award™.
  • HERNDON, Va., Feb. 5, 2024 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- The National Association for Music Education (NAfME) congratulates music educator Annie Ray on being honored with the 2024 Music Educator Award™.
  • "On behalf of the NAfME National Executive Board, we offer our sincere CONGRATULATIONS to Annie Ray for being recognized as this year's GRAMMY Music Educator Award honoree," said NAfME President Scott R. Sheehan.
  • In this eleventh year of the award, six of the 10 finalists for the 2024 Music Educator Award are members of NAfME.

MUSIC SUPERSTARS LOUD LUXURY, BIG BOI AND KLINGANDE HIGHLIGHT ENTERTAINMENT FOR SFC'S THE CATCH WEEKEND

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Monday, February 5, 2024

SFC's second annual The Catch Weekend takes place April 18-20 at Ft. Lauderdale's Pier Sixty-Six Superyacht Village.

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  • SFC's second annual The Catch Weekend takes place April 18-20 at Ft. Lauderdale's Pier Sixty-Six Superyacht Village.
  • If music gets you hooked, the Friday April 19 entertainment line-up crosses genres in an epic way.
  • Kicking things off on The Catch stage will be French multi-platinum DJ & producer Klingande with his signature melodic house sound.
  • Platinum Passes to see Loud Luxury, Big Boi and Klingande start at $260, available at sportfishingchampionship.com/thecatch beginning on February 9.

Getty Images Announced as Official Photographer of the 66th GRAMMY Awards®

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Wednesday, January 31, 2024

NEW YORK, Jan. 31, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) --  Getty Images (NYSE: GETY), a preeminent global visual content creator and marketplace, will once again serve as the official photographer for the 66th Annual GRAMMY Awards®, tasked by the Recording Academy® with capturing one of the world’s most iconic awards ceremonies and music’s only peer‑recognized accolade.

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  • NEW YORK, Jan. 31, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Getty Images (NYSE: GETY), a preeminent global visual content creator and marketplace, will once again serve as the official photographer for the 66th Annual GRAMMY Awards®, tasked by the Recording Academy® with capturing one of the world’s most iconic awards ceremonies and music’s only peer‑recognized accolade.
  • As the official photographer of the show on February 4, Getty Images’ award‑winning entertainment photographers will deliver high‑quality content from all aspects of the show.
  • This includes arrivals, the red carpet, inside the show, media center, and high‑end portraits of talent backstage.
  • Getty Images Vice President of Global Entertainment Kirstin Benson said, “The GRAMMY Awards® bring together the very best talent in music from around the globe for an unparalleled evening.

Christina Aguilera, Samara Joy, Lenny Kravitz, Maluma, Lionel Richie, Mark Ronson, Meryl Streep, Taylor Tomlinson, Oprah Winfrey, and Other Surprise Guests to Present at the 66th Annual GRAMMY Awards®

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Wednesday, January 31, 2024

Presenters have been added to the lineup for the 66th Annual GRAMMY Awards ® and taking the stage will be Christina Aguilera, Samara Joy, Lenny Kravitz, Maluma, Lionel Richie, Mark Ronson, Meryl Streep, Taylor Tomlinson, and Oprah Winfrey.

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  • Presenters have been added to the lineup for the 66th Annual GRAMMY Awards ® and taking the stage will be Christina Aguilera, Samara Joy, Lenny Kravitz, Maluma, Lionel Richie, Mark Ronson, Meryl Streep, Taylor Tomlinson, and Oprah Winfrey.
  • * Prior to the Telecast, the GRAMMY Awards Premiere Ceremony® will be broadcast live from the Peacock Theater at 12:30 p.m. PT and will be streamed live on live.GRAMMY.com .
  • Previously announced GRAMMY® performers include Burna Boy, Luke Combs, Billie Eilish, Billy Joel, Dua Lipa, Joni Mitchell, Olivia Rodrigo, Travis Scott, SZA, and U2.
  • The 66th Annual GRAMMY Awards will be produced by Fulwell 73 Productions for the Recording Academy® for the fourth consecutive year.

Aiper Hits Play on Music's Biggest Night®, Offering Cordless Robotic Pool Cleaners to VIP Guests at the 66th GRAMMY Awards® Gift Lounge

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Thursday, February 1, 2024

LOS ANGELES, Feb. 1, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Celebrity performances won't be the only thing making waves at the GRAMMY Awards® this year. Aiper, the global creator of innovative, cordless robotic pool cleaners, will be showcasing the brand's newest products from its recently announced Scuba Series at the GRAMMY® Gift Lounge. Performers like Billie Eilish, Travis Scott, Burna Boy, Dua Lipa, Luke Combs, and Oliva Rodrigo can expect to receive products from the new line including the Scuba S1 Pro and the award-winning Scuba S1.

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  • LOS ANGELES, Feb. 1, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Celebrity performances won't be the only thing making waves at the GRAMMY Awards® this year.
  • Aiper , the global creator of innovative, cordless robotic pool cleaners, will be showcasing the brand's newest products from its recently announced Scuba Series at the GRAMMY® Gift Lounge.
  • The cleaners in the Scuba Series are designed to maneuver across above-ground or in-ground pools of various shapes, materials, and sizes without assistance.
  • For more information on Aiper cordless, robotic cleaning products, visit www.Aiper.com or follow Aiper on social media @aiperofficial .

Míage Skincare Featured in the Official GRAMMY® Gift Lounge

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Tuesday, January 30, 2024

LOS ANGELES, Jan. 30, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- For the third year in a row, Míage Skincare, a luxury skincare line that integrates human stem cell science and isotonic nutrient delivery is thrilled to be featured in the Official GRAMMY® Gift Lounge, making its mark among this year's presenters and performers. 

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  • Míage Skincare, a luxurious line of skincare products, to be included in the prestigious GRAMMY® Gift Lounge for the third consecutive year.
  • LOS ANGELES, Jan. 30, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- For the third year in a row, Míage Skincare , a luxury skincare line that integrates human stem cell science and isotonic nutrient delivery is thrilled to be featured in the Official GRAMMY® Gift Lounge, making its mark among this year's presenters and performers.
  • "Míage Skincare is revolutionizing the way celebrities and their glam squads approach skincare, becoming a coveted brand in the industry," exclaimed Angie Bortolotti, Creative Director for Míage Skincare.
  • To learn more about Míage Skincare, please visit https://miageskin.com and follow on Facebook, Instagram, and TikTok for the latest news and updates.