LOS ANGELES, November 13, 2024 – Last night, the American Society of Composers, Authors and Publishers (ASCAP) hosted its 16th annual ASCAP Women Behind the Music event at The Fleur Room in West Hollywood. Presented by the ASCAP Rhythm & Soul team, ASCAP Women Behind the Music recognizes and encourages female trailblazers in the music community by honoring songwriters, artists and executives across the industry.
Celebrated this year as distinguished industry leaders were talented women who have made an ongoing impact on music, business and entertainment culture. The event honored Grammy Award-winning singer and songwriter Coco Jones, Emmy-winning composer Amanda Jones, and Grammy-winning songwriter and advocate Autumn Rowe for their leadership, art, and contributions to the music industry.
Nicole George-Middleton, ASCAP Senior Vice President of Membership, presented each honoree with a personalized plaque and a custom handbag from luxury designer, Maya Winston. The celebration continued as guests enjoyed a beautiful reception with music provided by Niyah.
Previous ASCAP Women Behind the Music honorees include Grammy-winning singer-songwriters Kandi Burruss, Kelly Rowland, Victoria Monét and Joelle James, hip-hop legends Salt-N-Pepa, Grammy-nominated singer-songwriters Summer Walker and Jazmine Sullivan, legendary musician and singer Sheila E., Grammy-winning production and songwriting duo Nova Wav, superstar executives Shari Bryant, Brittney Davis, Phylicia Fant, Sammye Scott, Nicole Wyskoarko and more.
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