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Winners Circle
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(l-r): ASCAP's Todd Brabec and Jeanie Weems, ASCAP Rhythm & Soul Heritage Award recipients Jimmy Jam & Terry Lewis, Clarence Avant and ASCAP CEO John LoFrumento.
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| ASCAP Songwriters of the Year Jermaine Dupri and Alicia Keys with ASCAP's Jeanie Weems. |
Jermaine Dupri and Alicia Keys were named Songwriters of the Year at the 18th Annual ASCAP Rhythm and Soul Music Awards held on June 27 at the Beverly Hilton Hotel in Los Angeles, CA. Over 700 music and entertainment luminaries gathered to celebrate some of today's most popular music as awards were presented to the songwriters and publishers of the top ASCAP songs on the 2004 R&B, Hip-Hop and Rap charts.
Songwriters and super-producers Jimmy Jam & Terry Lewis were honored with the prestigious ASCAP Rhythm & Soul Heritage Award, which is given to members who have had a major impact on the legacy of Rhythm and Soul music.
Two new awards were introduced at the ceremony — Top Gospel Artist of the Year, and the Jamster- sponsored "Top Ringtone Song of the Year." Grammy winning EMI Gospel recording artist Smokie Norful, who opened the show with a stirring performance of the song "Power," was presented with the award for Top Gospel Artist of the Year. Top Ringtone Song of the Year went to "In Da Club," written by 50 Cent, Dr. Dre, and Mike Elizondo. ASCAP is the first U.S. performing rights organization to license and distribute royalties to its songwriter members for ringtone performances.
Among the honorees and notables attending the celebration were Jimmy Jam & Terry Lewis, Jermaine Dupri, Alicia Keys, Paula Abdul, Clarence Avant, Big Boi of OutKast, Jerome Benton (formerly of The Time), Terrell Carter, Chingy, Ciara, DJ Quik, Faith Evans, Free and A.J. of BET's 106 & Park, Kevin Garnett of the Minnesota Timberwolves, Everette Harp, India.Arie, Janet Jackson, Kenny Lattimore, Leon, Lil' Mo, Loon, Ludacris, MC Lyte, Marcus Miller, Chante Moore, Mya, Smokie Norful, Petey Pablo, Kim Porter, Kelly Price, Holly Robinson Peete & Rodney Peete, Teddy Riley, Donnie Simpson, The Game, The Underdogs, The Youngbloodz, Timbaland, Twista, Nancy Wilson, and more.
With four award-winning songs apiece, Jermaine Dupri and Alicia Keys shared the enviable Songwriter of the Year Award. Dupri was honored for "Burn," "Confessions Part II," "My Boo" and "U Should've Known Better." Keys was honored for the songs: "Diary," "If I Ain't Got You," "My Boo" and "You Don't Know My Name." Keys also collected the award for Top R&B/Hip-Hop Song of the Year for "If I Ain't Got You."
A special highlight of the evening was the presentation of the ASCAP Rhythm & Soul Heritage Award to Jimmy Jam & Terry Lewis in recognition of their outstanding contributions as songwriters, producers and musical innovators whose artistry and humanity continue to influence and inspire the world of music. Renowned industry executive and one of the most influential leaders in entertainment business history, Clarence Avant, joined ASCAP CEO John LoFrumento on stage to present the award. As part of a musical tribute to Jam & Lewis, India.Arie performed the song "Eyes of the Heart" from the 2003 movie Radio, which she co-wrote with Jam & Lewis, James Horner and Jim "Big Jim" Wright. Music Director Michael Bearden led an all-star band, which featured Everette Harp, Kelly Price, and Terrell Carter performing Jam & Lewis songs.
Publisher of the Year honors were presented for the twelfth time to EMI Music Publishing for their 19 award-winning songs: "Burn," "Confessions Part II," "Diary," "I'm Still In Love With You," "I Don't Wanna Know," "If I Ain't Got You," "My Boo," "My Place," "Runnin' (Dying To Live)," "Slow Jamz," "Sorry 2004," "Splash Waterfalls," "Stand Up," "Tipsy," "U Should've Known Better," "Walked Outta Heaven," "Why?," "Yeah!," and "You Don't Know My Name."
Sean Paul was named Top Reggae Artist of the Year, and was also honored for his award-winning song "I'm Still In Love With You" featuring Sasha. Terror Squad's "Lean Back" written by Remy Ma and Scott Storch was named Top Rap Song of the Year. The song was also recognized in the R&B/Hip-Hop category.
Top Soundtrack Song of the Year honors went to "Runnin' (Dying To Live)" from TUPAC: RESURRECTION by Tupac featuring The Notorious B.I.G., written by Easy Mo Bee, Luis Resto, Tupac Shakur, and Notorious B.I.G. On hand to collect the award were writer Easy Mo Bee, Voletta Wallace, (the mother of Notorious B.I.G.), and Dina Taylor of Amaru Entertainment.
Among the songwriters with multiple award-winning songs were: Jermaine Dupri and Alicia Keys with four; La Marquis Jefferson, Ludacris, Usher and Kanye West with three each; and 50 Cent, Sean Garrett, Petey Pablo, Luis Resto, Scott Storch, Timbaland, and Twista with two each.
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