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Yahoo
4 days ago
- Entertainment
- Yahoo
RAYE to Receive Ivors Academy Honour Following Songwriter Royalties Campaign
RAYE has carved out yet another milestone in her ascendant career by becoming a recipient of an Ivors Academy Honour. The Ivors Academy has announced that the multi BRIT award-winning musician will receive the accolade at the maiden Ivors Academy Honours event in London this fall (Oct. 2). The ceremony is set to celebrate the artists and industry figures driving positive change for songwriters and composers, and will take place at the InterContinental London Park Lane. More from Billboard Major Labels Back Sweeping U.K. Reforms on Artist Contracts and Per Diems: 'It's About Time' Sabrina Carpenter Reveals 'Man's Best Friend' Tracklist via Golden Retriever Timmy Trumpet Cancels European Shows Following Injury The news follows the announcement that the U.K. government has confirmed the introduction of a £75 per diem for songwriters and session musicians. The agreement has been backed by the U.K. arms of major labels Universal Music Group, Sony Music Entertainment and Warner Music Group. At The Ivors in 2023, RAYE called on labels to allocate songwriters a share of master recording revenues. In her acceptance speech for the best contemporary song award – which she won for smash hit 'Escapism' – she highlighted the need for a greater level of respect to be shown towards 'voiceless beating heart of the industry, which is songwriters.' In a statement, Roberto Neri, chief executive of The Ivors Academy said, 'An incredible multi award-winning artist, RAYE is the one of the most gifted songwriters of her generation and always gives full respect and voice to fellow writers. She has consistently called for better pay and greater recognition for songwriters, championing structural change to protect the talent behind the music we love. We're proud to honour her with this well-deserved recognition.' Over the past few years, south Londoner RAYE (born Rachel Keen) has been at the forefront of this conversation, repeatedly pushing for a more inclusive and equitable music industry while also speaking out about the imbalance of power between artists and labels and the financial challenges faced by new artists. She split with her former label Polydor in July 2021, to which she signed in 2014, after taking to social media to explain that they would not let her release any new music unless her singles reached a certain level of commercial success. She has since worked as an independent act via distribution company Human Re Sources, a subsidiary of The Orchard. Her Mercury Prize-nominated debut LP My 21st Century Blues landed in February 2023, hitting No. 2 on the Official U.K. Albums Chart. The vocalist is currently gearing up for her biggest headline show to date at London's All Points East festival on Aug. 23. Support acts include Doechii, Cat Burns, and JADE, while Tyla is billed as a special guest. Best of Billboard Chart Rewind: In 1989, New Kids on the Block Were 'Hangin' Tough' at No. 1 Janet Jackson's Biggest Billboard Hot 100 Hits H.E.R. & Chris Brown 'Come Through' to No. 1 on Adult R&B Airplay Chart Solve the daily Crossword
ITV News
5 days ago
- Entertainment
- ITV News
Raye to receive special award for her campaign to win songwriters more recognition
Singer Raye will receive an Ivors Academy Honour in recognition of her campaign to drive positive change for songwriters and composers. Raye, 27, whose real name is Rachel Agatha Keen, will receive the honour at a ceremony in central London in October for 'using her platform to demand greater transparency and fairer pay between labels and artists". The seven-time Brit Award winner, known for her hit songs Prada and Escapism, has been described by the academy as 'one of the most outspoken and influential advocates for songwriters, using her platform to inspire fellow musicians and bring about positive change". This comes after the singer called out label executives at the Ivors 2024 ceremony, urging the music industry to reward the 'voiceless beating heart of the industry, which is songwriters'. Roberto Neri, chief executive of The Ivors Academy, said: 'An incredible multi-award-winning artist, RAYE is one of the most gifted songwriters of her generation and always gives full respect and voice to fellow writers. 'She has consistently called for better pay and greater recognition for songwriters, championing structural change to protect the talent behind the music we love. 'We're proud to honour her with this well-deserved recognition.' The Ivors Academy Honour aims to celebrate people who champion songwriters and composers and help 'build a stronger, fairer and more inclusive music industry.' Previous winners include songwriter and campaigner Carla Marie Williams, producer Rupert Hine and Glastonbury Festival founder Sir Michael Eavis, and radio presenter Jo Whiley. The Brit School graduate signed with Polydor Records as a teenager, where she went on to write lyrics for Beyonce and Rihanna, along with lending her vocals to top five hits by David Guetta and Jax Jones. Despite her talent, her solo work did not reach the same heights, and in 2021, she expressed frustration at her label not letting her release her debut album yet. By the end of 2022, she had struck out on her own and her dance track Escapism featuring 070 Shake went viral on TikTok, shooting up the charts to number one. She later released her album My 21st Century Blues in 2023, which reached number two on the UK album charts
South Wales Guardian
5 days ago
- Entertainment
- South Wales Guardian
Raye to receive Ivors Academy Honour for her songwriting advocacy
Raye, 27, whose real name is Rachel Agatha Keen, will receive the honour at a ceremony in central London in October for 'using her platform to demand greater transparency and fairer pay between labels and artists.' The seven-time Brit Award winner, known for her hit songs Prada and Escapism, has been described by the academy as 'one of the most outspoken and influential advocates for songwriters, using her platform to inspire fellow musicians and bring about positive change.' This comes after the singer called out label executives at the Ivors 2024 ceremony, urging the music industry to reward the 'voiceless beating heart of the industry, which is songwriters'. Roberto Neri, chief executive of The Ivors Academy, said: 'An incredible multi-award-winning artist, RAYE is one of the most gifted songwriters of her generation and always gives full respect and voice to fellow writers. 'She has consistently called for better pay and greater recognition for songwriters, championing structural change to protect the talent behind the music we love. 'We're proud to honour her with this well-deserved recognition.' The Ivors Academy Honour aims to celebrate people who champion songwriters and composers and help 'build a stronger, fairer and more inclusive music industry.' Previous winners include songwriter and campaigner Carla Marie Williams, producer Rupert Hine and Glastonbury Festival founder Sir Michael Eavis, and radio presenter Jo Whiley. The Brit School graduate signed with Polydor Records as a teenager, where she went on to write lyrics for Beyonce and Rihanna, along with lending her vocals to top five hits by David Guetta and Jax Jones. Despite her talent, her solo work did not reach the same heights, and in 2021, she expressed frustration at her label not letting her release her debut album yet. By the end of 2022, she had struck out on her own and her dance track Escapism featuring 070 Shake went viral on TikTok, shooting up the charts to number one. She later released her album My 21st Century Blues in 2023, which reached number two on the UK album charts.
Leader Live
5 days ago
- Entertainment
- Leader Live
Raye to receive Ivors Academy Honour for her songwriting advocacy
Raye, 27, whose real name is Rachel Agatha Keen, will receive the honour at a ceremony in central London in October for 'using her platform to demand greater transparency and fairer pay between labels and artists.' The seven-time Brit Award winner, known for her hit songs Prada and Escapism, has been described by the academy as 'one of the most outspoken and influential advocates for songwriters, using her platform to inspire fellow musicians and bring about positive change.' This comes after the singer called out label executives at the Ivors 2024 ceremony, urging the music industry to reward the 'voiceless beating heart of the industry, which is songwriters'. Roberto Neri, chief executive of The Ivors Academy, said: 'An incredible multi-award-winning artist, RAYE is one of the most gifted songwriters of her generation and always gives full respect and voice to fellow writers. 'She has consistently called for better pay and greater recognition for songwriters, championing structural change to protect the talent behind the music we love. 'We're proud to honour her with this well-deserved recognition.' The Ivors Academy Honour aims to celebrate people who champion songwriters and composers and help 'build a stronger, fairer and more inclusive music industry.' Previous winners include songwriter and campaigner Carla Marie Williams, producer Rupert Hine and Glastonbury Festival founder Sir Michael Eavis, and radio presenter Jo Whiley. The Brit School graduate signed with Polydor Records as a teenager, where she went on to write lyrics for Beyonce and Rihanna, along with lending her vocals to top five hits by David Guetta and Jax Jones. Despite her talent, her solo work did not reach the same heights, and in 2021, she expressed frustration at her label not letting her release her debut album yet. By the end of 2022, she had struck out on her own and her dance track Escapism featuring 070 Shake went viral on TikTok, shooting up the charts to number one. She later released her album My 21st Century Blues in 2023, which reached number two on the UK album charts.
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Scotsman
5 days ago
- Entertainment
- Scotsman
RAYE earns inaugural Ivors Academy Honour at this year's illustrious event
The singer is set to be awarded for her continual efforts addressing the inequity between musicians and labels Sign up to our daily newsletter Sign up Thank you for signing up! Did you know with a Digital Subscription to Edinburgh News, you can get unlimited access to the website including our premium content, as well as benefiting from fewer ads, loyalty rewards and much more. Learn More Sorry, there seem to be some issues. Please try again later. Submitting... RAYE is set to receive the inaugural Ivors Academy Honour in October 2025. The award celebrated efforts musicians make to 'drive positive change' within the industry. It comes as the singer continues her campaign against the perceived 'power imbalance' between artists and labels and the financially challenges they face. The Ivors Academy has announced that the acclaimed songwriter, artist, and campaigner RAYE will be presented with the first ever Ivors Academy Honour - a prestigious recognition celebrating her tireless efforts and influential campaigning to drive positive change within the music industry for songwriters and composers. The singer has already amassed an impressive collection of accolades, including two Ivor Novello Awards, seven BRIT Awards, and four Global Awards. Beyond her artistic achievements, she has emerged as one of the most outspoken and impactful advocates for songwriters, leveraging her platform to inspire fellow musicians and spearhead meaningful change. Advertisement Hide Ad Advertisement Hide Ad RAYE is set to be awarded the inaugural Ivors Academy Award in October 2025 after her continued campaigning for equitable treatment between musicians and labels. | Jill Furmanovsky Undoubtedly one of the industry's most passionate voices, RAYE has consistently championed fairer treatment and greater recognition for the often-unsung heroes behind the music. She has bravely addressed the power imbalance between artists and labels and highlighted the significant financial challenges faced by creatives in the age of streaming, consistently demanding increased transparency and equitable pay. At The Ivors 2024, where she scooped the award for Best Contemporary Song, RAYE passionately called on the industry to properly value and reward the artists who create the music. She spoke out powerfully on stage for the "voiceless beating heart of the industry, which is songwriters." Today, she continues to lead the charge for a more equitable and respectful music industry for all. Roberto Neri, Chief Executive of The Ivors Academy, commented on the upcoming honour, stating, 'An incredible multi-award-winning artist, RAYE is one of the most gifted songwriters of her generation and always gives full respect and voice to fellow writers. She has consistently called for better pay and greater recognition for songwriters, championing structural change to protect the talent behind the music we love. We're proud to honour her with this well-deserved recognition." The Ivors Academy Honours build upon the rich legacy of the Gold Badge Awards, which were first established in 1974. Past recipients include a distinguished list of creators, campaigners, and industry figures such as songwriter and campaigner Carla Marie Williams MBE, politician Kevin Brennan, Glastonbury Festival founder Michael Eavis CBE, activist and singer-songwriter Bob Geldof, Elbow frontman Guy Garvey, and broadcasters Trevor Nelson MBE and and Jo Whiley. Advertisement Hide Ad Advertisement Hide Ad The ceremony to honour RAYE with the award is set to take place on October 2 2025 at the InterContinental London. Are you happy to see RAYE earn an award for her efforts to ensure musicians get a fair deal and more accountability from labels? Let us know your thoughts by leaving a comment down below.
