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Ozzy Osbourne, one of heavy metal music's greatest songwriters, performers and showmen, has left the stage. As a pioneering founder of Black Sabbath and an iconic solo artist, John Michael "Ozzy" Osbourne will be sadly missed, but his legacy will always have a home at ASCAP
For Mara Connor, she followed her music all the way to Nashville where she found her community🎶. Alongside ASCAP and her fellow songwriters in Nashville, she got to perform at the CMA Fest this past year✍️! See her performance on the ASCAP YouTube channel now!
Got questions? We've got answers! Whether you're looking to connect, get career advice or just meet a few of your ASCAP reps, Virtual Office Hours is where it's at! Sign up at the 🔗 in our bio and mark your calendar to connect with the team.
Intentionally using copyrighted works without the permission of the creators to train AI models is not fair use, it’s theft. In response to the recent Senate hearing, ASCAP calls for protection of copyright in the age of AI. Read our full statement here: go.ascap.com/aihearingstate…
The ASCAP family is mourning the loss of lyricist Alan Bergman, whose lifelong partnership with his wife Marilyn Bergman gave us some of the most elegant, emotionally resonant songs of our time. Read about his life in music: ascap.com/news-events/ar…
Daniel Levitin reveals how music relieves pain, boosts mood & bonds us together in this powerful look at why it is one of today’s most potent therapies. #VERSED
ASCAP member Jeff Cardoni shares his process for scoring the series Ransom Canyon. A celebrated composer, he’s known for projects like Young Sheldon and Ghosts, and has earned many accolades including ASCAP Composers' Choice TV Composer of the Year. 🎶📺
Emmy nominations have arrived! Congratulations to the talented members of our ASCAP family nominated for the 2025 Primetime Creative Arts Emmy Awards. Check out all the nominees here: ascap.com/emmynoms25
The Copyright Alliance has drafted a letter that you can quickly and easily send to your Congressional representatives and the President, urging them to protect your rights – and your livelihood. Take action: go.ascap.com/takeaction
Beck and Call expanded their duo to feature a full band for the first time to perform at this year’s CMA Fest! Watch their full performance at the ASCAP Music Takeover now on our Youtube Channel! 🎶🎻
When GALE collaborated with Shakira to create “Puntería” at a studio in Barcelona, it was a full circle moment for the little girl who used to dance in the mirror to Shakira's music! 🎶✨
We’re mourning the loss of Mark Snow, beloved composer of The X-Files, Blue Bloods and hundreds more TV series/films. Mark shaped the sound of TV by embracing the possibilities of synthesizers, and mentoring countless young composers, early in their careers. We miss him dearly.
It all began with two best friends making music, then became a full on band when their music teacher joined in. 🎸 Blackwater Draw shined bright during their performance at this year’s CMA Fest in Nashville 🌟 See the full performance from the CMA Fest now on our YouTube channel.
When a song needs that swagger, they call in James Fauntleroy to work his magic✨! “Die With A Smile” by Bruno Mars and Lady Gaga got leveled up with the extra swag James always brings to the table! 🔥 🎶
ASCAP Writer Members of the Board penned a strong statement outlining their commitment to protecting the rights of American music creators in the age of AI. Like and share if you agree! Learn more about ASCAP’s AI principles: ascap.com/ai
🥁 🎼 Stanley A. Smith’s score for “The Real Red Tails” is a journey through the musical styles of the ‘60s and ‘70s. Inspired by jazz and big band roots, Smith crafted a sound honoring the real Tuskegee Airmen ✈️ 🎺.
From a rough session to a global hit – Bandana Cheyenna on co-writing “Austin”! 🌍🎶
🥳 Huge congratulations to our incredibly talented ASCAP members named 2025 Songwriters Hall of Fame Scholarship recipients: Pool Girl, Sam Opoku, Mōriah, Haffway and Waylon Wyatt!
There’s a reason ASCAP and PRS have partnered for so long! At ASCAP, we value community and friendship. Both organizations are committed to protecting music creators’ rights and ensuring fair pay wherever your music is performed!
