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Hip-Hop Icon Christopher "Notorious B.I.G." Wallace and Legendary Songwriting/Production Duo Jimmy Jam & Terry Lewis Receive Distinguished Honors at 2017 ASCAP Rhythm & Soul Awards

The ASCAP Rhythm & Soul Music Awards returned to The Beverly Wilshire in Los Angeles on Thursday, June 22, 2017 for its 30th annual ceremony. The invitation-only event celebrated the songwriters and publishers of the most performed ASCAP songs on the 2016 R&B/hip-hop, rap and gospel charts.

On June 22, ASCAP celebrated our unparalleled roster of urban music giants, past and present, at the 30th annual ASCAP Rhythm & Soul Music Awards, presented by REVOLT.

Each June 16, James Joyce lovers around the world celebrate Bloomsday. To honor this revered author's impact on music, we asked Irish composer Brian Byrne to tell us how he captured the music in Joyce’s words with his new album Goldenhair.

The prestigious award comes on the heels of Jam and Lewis’s induction to the Songwriters Hall of Fame on June 15. The Grammy-winning duo are responsible for chart-topping pop hits such as Janet Jackson’s “When I Think Of You,” and “Miss You Much;” Mariah Carey’s “Thank God I Found You;” George Michael’s “Monkey;” Boyz II Men’s “On Bended Knee;” and Mary J Blige’s “No More Drama.”

ASCAP collected record-high revenues of $1.059 billion in 2016 and distributed more than $918 million to its songwriter, composer and music publisher members. Distributions were up 5.6% over the prior year. ASCAP CEO Elizabeth Matthews commented: "ASCAP is committed to transforming and innovating to secure a healthy future for music creators and publishers."

Hello, Tony! ASCAP Members Win Big at 2017 Tonys

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Finding the Music in James Joyce's Words

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Latest Headlines

Hip-Hop Icon Christopher "Notorious B.I.G." Wallace and Legendary Songwriting/Production Duo Jimmy Jam & Terry Lewis Receive Distinguished Honors at 2017 ASCAP Rhythm & Soul Awards

The ASCAP Rhythm & Soul Music Awards returned to The Beverly Wilshire in Los Angeles on Thursday, June 22, 2017 for its 30th annual ceremony. The invitation-only event celebrated the songwriters and publishers of the most performed ASCAP songs on the 2016 R&B/hip-hop, rap and gospel charts.

2017 ASCAP Rhythm & Soul Music Awards

On June 22, ASCAP celebrated our unparalleled roster of urban music giants, past and present, at the 30th annual ASCAP Rhythm & Soul Music Awards, presented by REVOLT.

Finding the Music in James Joyce's Words

Each June 16, James Joyce lovers around the world celebrate Bloomsday. To honor this revered author's impact on music, we asked Irish composer Brian Byrne to tell us how he captured the music in Joyce’s words with his new album Goldenhair.

Next Honor for Jimmy Jam and Terry Lewis: Iconic Songwriting and Production Duo to Receive ASCAP Voice Of Music Award At 30th Annual ASCAP Rhythm & Soul Music Awards on June 22

2017 ASCAP "I Create Music" EXPO Leads Attendees to "Higher Ground"

Unforgettable keynote by Stevie Wonder ends three days of education and inspiration on a transcendent note

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Hello, Tony! ASCAP Members Win Big at 2017 Tonys

FEATURE

Finding the Music in James Joyce's Words

How composer Brian Byrne gave musical voice to a 110-year-old collection of poems from a revered Irish author

Latest Headlines

Hip-Hop Icon Christopher "Notorious B.I.G." Wallace and Legendary Songwriting/Production Duo Jimmy Jam & Terry Lewis Receive Distinguished Honors at 2017 ASCAP Rhythm & Soul Awards

The ASCAP Rhythm & Soul Music Awards returned to The Beverly Wilshire in Los Angeles on Thursday, June 22, 2017 for its 30th annual ceremony. The invitation-only event celebrated the songwriters and publishers of the most performed ASCAP songs on the 2016 R&B/hip-hop, rap and gospel charts.

2017 ASCAP Rhythm & Soul Music Awards

On June 22, ASCAP celebrated our unparalleled roster of urban music giants, past and present, at the 30th annual ASCAP Rhythm & Soul Music Awards, presented by REVOLT.

Finding the Music in James Joyce's Words

Each June 16, James Joyce lovers around the world celebrate Bloomsday. To honor this revered author's impact on music, we asked Irish composer Brian Byrne to tell us how he captured the music in Joyce’s words with his new album Goldenhair.

Next Honor for Jimmy Jam and Terry Lewis: Iconic Songwriting and Production Duo to Receive ASCAP Voice Of Music Award At 30th Annual ASCAP Rhythm & Soul Music Awards on June 22

2017 ASCAP "I Create Music" EXPO Leads Attendees to "Higher Ground"

Unforgettable keynote by Stevie Wonder ends three days of education and inspiration on a transcendent note

Join ASCAP today.

Become part of our global family of professional music creators.Already a member? Log in to Member Access.

ASCAP Delivers Record-High 2016 Financial Results

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Stay informed. Receive ASCAP’s Daily Brief.

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