BMC Presents Grammy Week Event
• The Black Music Collective (BMC), a newly launched initiative by the Recording Academy®, will host its inaugural GRAMMY® Week event in celebration of Black creators’ and professionals’ countless contributions to the music industry. The historic event, presented by Mastercard, is scheduled for Wednesday, March 10 and will feature an array of esteemed Black music creators and professionals known for amplifying Black voices in music and beyond.
Hosted by the BMC Executive Sponsor Jeriel Johnson, the event will feature performances by GRAMMY Award-winning artists Yolanda Adams, H.E.R., PJ Morton, and first-time GRAMMY-nominated rapper/producer duo Freddie Gibbs & Alchemist, as well as intimate reflections from Jeff Harleston, EVP, Business & Legal Affairs, North America for Universal Music Group; songwriting maverick Jimmy Jam; legendary record producer Quincy Jones; former Chairman/CEO of BET Networks and businesswoman Debra Lee; Chair and Interim President/CEO of the Recording Academy Harvey Mason Jr.; and BMC Chair & Atlantic Records Executive Riggs Morales.
The event will also include fireside chats regarding the Black experience in the wake of social justice, led by Valeisha Butterfield Jones, Chief Diversity, Equity & Inclusion Officer of the Recording Academy; Los Angeles Chapter Governor and recording artist John Legend; activist Tamika D. Mallory; singer-songwriter Janelle Monáe; and actor/writer/producer Issa Rae.
“As the first of its kind, we created this event with every intention to amplify Black voices and each of our experiences within the industry,” said Harvey Mason Jr. “The BMC will continue to foster a space for members and industry professionals to educate and elevate Black creators during GRAMMY Week and beyond.” This virtual event is happening on Wednesday, March 10 at 5pm PT/8pm ET live on GRAMMY.com and is open to the public — no RSVP or registration is needed.
