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Watch Video of ASCAP's General Annual Membership Meeting

Fri, 11 May 2012 07:49:24 -0400

This year's General Annual Membership Meeting kicked off the 2012 ASCAP "I Create Music" EXPO. Watch ASCAP President and Chairman Paul Williams summarize ASCAP's advocacy efforts in the past year, and discuss what needs to be done for the future.

ASCAP Composer Joey Newman (The Middle) Talks Drumming, Family and the Importance of Feedback at the 2012 ASCAP EXPO

Wed, 02 May 2012 17:04:40 -0400

Composer Joey Newman was born into a rich dynasty of composers, including his relatives Alfred Newman, Thomas Newman, David Newman and Randy Newman.

Missed This Year's Incredible ASCAP "I Create Music" EXPO? Watch it ALL Online or on Your Mobile Device!

Thu, 03 May 2012 11:47:19 -0400

This year's ASCAP "I Create Music" EXPO was a remarkable experience for everyone involved. The panels and speakers were inspiring, entertaining and loaded with valuable information.

ASCAP EXPO Ends with the Inspiring, Entertaining Writers Jam

Wed, 02 May 2012 18:14:19 -0400

The highlight performance at the ASCAP EXPO for me was at the Writers Jam as Priscilla Renea performed Rihanna's "California King Bed" accompanied by two acoustic guitarists.

ASCAP EXPO's Writers Jam Inspires Songwriters and Incites Goosebumps

Wed, 02 May 2012 18:25:53 -0400

Jonny Lang started off the round saying, "This is a song about getting your heart broken." The tune began with graceful fingerpicking and his trademark soulful vocal. Delicious! I also noticed his excellent use of the verse-lift-chorus format. AND he had a bridge that definitely took the song to new emotional heights! Excellent.

Bruno Mars & Philip Lawrence Improvise "One Day (Rolex)" at the 2012 ASCAP "I Create Music" EXPO

Wed, 09 May 2012 09:31:05 -0400

You've gotta see this: during their insightful Master Session at the ASCAP "I Create Music" EXPO, Philip Lawrence and Bruno Mars of The Smeezingtons treated the audience to a completely off-the-cuff musical theater song, later dubbed "One Day (Rolex)," with Lawrence on vocals and Mars at the piano. A true "only at the EXPO" moment!

Jonny Lang, Hillary Lindsey, Lindy Robbins & Priscilla Renea End the 2012 ASCAP EXPO on a High Note

Thu, 03 May 2012 11:19:48 -0400

The Writers Jam was, by far, one of my favorite experiences from last year’s EXPO (who could forget Ingrid Michaelson singing a brand new song “End of the World” months before her album came out – or Dan Wilson singing “Someone Like You” just as it was climbing the charts on Adele’s 21 album) – so there was no way I was going to miss it this year.

JTX Dishes on Uncle Kracker, LMFAO's Shoes & More!

Thu, 03 May 2012 11:22:04 -0400

New ASCAP member JTX had his first encounter with fame by winning VH-1's Rock N' Roll Jeopardy, traveled the globe as Marilyn Manson's personal assistant, had a worldwide hit when he co-wrote "Smile" with Uncle Kracker and is now penning hits for the likes of Kenny Chesney, The Jonas Brothers and his self-titled project.

The Evolution of Commercial Music - and How to Become a Part of It!

Thu, 03 May 2012 15:57:27 -0400

Commercial music has evolved considerably in the last few decades, and that was illustrated in this panel, Ding Dong the Jingle's Dead.

A&R Experts Explain the Anatomy of a Project

Wed, 02 May 2012 18:08:25 -0400

Even a huge star like Katy Perry was once upon a time in a position when labels didn't want to gamble on her.

ASCAP Loves The Smeezingtons, Just the Way They Are

Wed, 02 May 2012 18:38:38 -0400

We all know them by name and we've all heard their songs. But today in the master session with The Smeezingtons, we also got to see their wonderful personalities.

HomeGrownHits.com, Avid and ESP Guitars Hype the ASCAP EXPO Song Contest!

Thu, 03 May 2012 11:10:31 -0400

HomeGrownHits.com allows anyone anywhere to upload their original, home recorded songs, have them rated by users, and watch them climb the charts in real time.

Makana Performs "Napo'o Ka La" at the ASCAP "I Create Music" EXPO

Thu, 03 May 2012 11:34:01 -0400

On day two of the 2012 ASCAP "I Create Music" EXPO, Hawaiian slack-key guitar master Makana graced the Playback Stage for an all-too-brief set of original songs, instrumentals, Hawaiian classics and even an authentic delta blues. Here's one of the highlights of the set - an instrumental composition called "Napo'o Ka La."

More Explosive Bits of Knowledge from Production Duo Stargate

Thu, 03 May 2012 11:53:42 -0400

Didn't get a chance to catch our Stargate panel? We've got a great overview of what went down yesterday, but here are more specifics about what makes this duo tick.

More Inspiration from Brett James, Ryan Tedder, Monica, Heitor Pereira and Lin-Manuel Miranda

Thu, 03 May 2012 12:27:14 -0400

All of our bloggers were riveted by Thursday's “We Create Music” panel, moderated by Ron Fair and featuring superstar music creators Brett James, Ryan Tedder, Monica, Heitor Pereira and Lin-Manuel Miranda.

Signed, Sealed, Published: Writers Turned Publishers Tell All

Thu, 03 May 2012 15:32:33 -0400

There is a new phenomenon in the music industry where writers are signing other writers. Moderated by Sue Drew (ASCAP's Vice President of Pop/Rock) The New Publishers: Writers Signing Writers panel focused on writers that have become publishers.

The Politics of Creativity: A Candid Chat with High-Ranking Government Officials

Thu, 03 May 2012 16:30:04 -0400

In today's world - and certainly in todays music industry - a closed mouth doesn't get fed.

Walking Music Encyclopedia Don Passman Tells Us All We Need to Know About the Music Business

Thu, 03 May 2012 16:43:47 -0400

This afternoon, ASCAP EXPO attendees were lucky to hear from Donald Passman himself, best-selling author and esteemed music business attorney.

Allen Shamblin's Flu Shot Against Despair

Wed, 02 May 2012 17:57:23 -0400

Standing earnestly at the microphone, Allen Shamblin was very easily one of the kindest, warmest speakers at this year's EXPO.

All the World's a Stage: The Panel Recap

Wed, 02 May 2012 18:07:00 -0400

The Breaking Into International Markets panel focused primarily on breaking into music markets in Ireland, the U.K., and Scandinavia.