Rhythm & Soul

ASCAP L.A. hosted a t-shirt signing event for Mama Luke, a movement that aims to spread awareness about breast cancer within the hip-hop community. The autographed t-shirt will be auctioned off, with all proceeds benefiting the American Cancer Society.

Nine acts representing Nashville's fast-emerging hip-hop and electronic music scene, including Sam & Tre, Call It Dope and more, took the stage at 12th & Porter in front of a packed house.

Atlanta-based ASCAP member Trevante is all set to release his debut album, I Am Trevante, in March. This fresh-faced singer/songwriter took a break from working with Tank and El DeBarge to talk to us about his inspirations and ambitions.

Hailing from a musically-inclined family, it is no surprise that JR Hutson has taken the music world by storm over the past two decades. Through his work with great artists – such as Jill Scott, Lalah Hathaway, and Musiq Soulchild – it is clear that he has spawned his own melodic imprint. Hutson recently spoke with Playback about his Chicago upbringing, his greatest lesson learned, and a potential solo album.

Producer extraordinaire, Supa Dups has gradually become the music industry’s go-to guy. After breaking out onto the scene with Nina Sky’s, “Turnin’ Me On” in 2004, he soon began crafting hits for the likes of Sean Paul, Rihanna, and Estelle. His poignant and pulsating production has earned him another Grammy Award nomination at the upcoming 2012 ceremony.

Goapele is a modern soul singer and songwriter as talented as she expressive. Her real-life writing, passionate delivery and fantastic musical collaborators blend Soul, R&B, Jazz and Hip-hop into a mix that reaches audiences of women and men.

What happens when 18 songwriters gather for a week in a medieval castle in France? Check out this video to find out! We've got candid performance footage plus interviews with Johntá Austin, Dave Bassett, Hillary Lindsey, Mika, Priscilla Renea and more.

On Friday, December 2nd, ASCAP Atlanta held its monthly series, "Check It Out." Hosted in the Atlanta office, this edition featured Grammy Award-winning producer, Chris Henderson (Jamie Foxx's "Blame It") as a panelist.

The HFPA has announced the nominees for the 69th Golden Globe Awards, and ASCAP members wrote or co-wrote 7 out of the 10 nominated works – including all 5 original songs. ASCAP nominees include Mary J. Blige, Madonna, Julie Frost and more!

Here are 10 memorable moments that ASCAP caught on video in 2011. There's career advice from Pharrell Williams, some incredible performances from The Civil Wars and Band of Horses, heartfelt speeches from Diddy and Rod Stewart and plenty more.

As long as there have been peacekeepers, there have been songs written about them. ASCAP's resident lawman Andrew Sparkler compiled a list of nine classic examples. Click on through, and keep your hands where we can see 'em!