Johnny Mercer Award

Sammy Cahn was nominated for more than 30 Oscars, and won four times. His songs were recorded by virtually every major singer. And he wrote some of the best known of all popular songs.

He was born Samuel Cohen in New York on June 18, 1913 into a…

Abe Olman Publisher Award

Howie Richmond began working in the music business in 1935 as an intern for George Lottman, dean of Broadway press agents. Following this learning experience, Richmond set up his own press office, publicizing such soon-to-be legendary clients as Glenn Miller, Frank Sinatra, Dinah Shore, the Andrews Sisters, Woody Herman, Gene…

Sammy Cahn Lifetime Achievement Award

In his long and eclectic career, Willie Nelson has recorded country music, standards, gospel, and much more. Now with the release of Milk Cow Blues, his third album for Island Records and his first blues release, Willie Nelson leaves his mark on yet another chunk of the American musical landscape.

Hitmaker Award

Hitmaker Award