The award-winning trio of Coco Jones, Amanda Jones and Autumn Rowe are this year’s honorees for ASCAP Rhythm & Soul’s Women Behind the Music. The 16th annual celebration will take place Nov. 12 in Los Angeles.
Nicole George Middleton, ASCAP senior vp of membership and ASCAP Foundation executive director, will present the awards in salute to trailblazing women in music. “This event is so special to us,” said George-Middleton in a statement. “Over the past 16 years, ASCAP Women Behind the Music has given us a platform to celebrate exemplary women and their incredible achievements as leaders in the music industry. We are so proud to recognize the women who have made such a profound impact through their leadership and art, and we hope to empower the next generation to do the same.”
Coco Jones, nominated for five Grammy Awards last year including best new artist, won her first gramophone for best R&B performance earlier this year on behalf of her breakthrough hit “ICU.” The now platinum-certified track was the lead single from Jones’ 2022 EP What I Didn’t Tell You, released through High Standardz/Def Jam Recordings. With a new album in the works, the singer-songwriter-actress (Peacock’s Bel-Air; Netflix’s Vampires vs. the Bronx) recently released her latest single, “Most Beautiful Design” featuring London On Da Track & Future.
Songwriter-producer-advocate Rowe is also a fellow Grammy honoree, winning the album of the year award in 2022 for her contributions to Jon Batiste’s We Are. Her songwriting credits include Alexis Jordan’s “Happiness,” the official song of the FIFA World Cup, plus collaborations with Dua Lipa and Diana Ross, among other artists. A staunch advocate for songwriter’s rights and women in music, Rowe recently launched her joint venture publishing company with Spirit Music Group and a mentorship program with BMG and SONA, “Ask the Insider.”
The first African-American woman to be nominated in the Primetime Emmy score category, composer Amanda Jones received that nod for outstanding music composition for a documentary series or special (original dramatic score) for Apple TV+’s documentary series Home Season 1 (the “Maine” episode). Jones won her first Daytime Emmy in 2023 for outstanding music composition and direction for her original music on two episodes of Apple TV+’s Home Season. Upcoming projects include Apple TV+’s #1 On the Call Sheet starring Halle Berry and Angela Bassett.
DJ-producer Niyah will provide musical entertainment for ASCAP Rhythm & Soul’s Women Behind the Music event. Prior honorees include artists Kelly Rowland, Victoria Monét, Salt-N-Pepa, Summer Walker and Jazmine Sullivan, songwriting-production duo Nova Wav and industry executives Phylicia Fant of Amazon Music and Interscope Geffen A&M’s Nicole Wyskoarko.
The award-winning trio of Coco Jones, Amanda Jones, and Autumn Rowe are being honored this year at ASCAP Rhythm & Soul’s Women Behind the Music event. Taking place on November 12 in Los Angeles, this 16th annual celebration recognizes outstanding women in the music industry.
Trailblazing Women in Music
Nicole George Middleton, ASCAP senior vp of membership and ASCAP Foundation executive director, will present the awards to these talented women. Middleton expressed the significance of this event, stating, “Over the past 16 years, ASCAP Women Behind the Music has provided a platform to honor exceptional women who have made a profound impact in the music industry. We are proud to celebrate their achievements and hope to inspire the next generation of female leaders in music.”
Coco Jones: Grammy-Nominated Artist
Coco Jones, a five-time Grammy Award nominee, recently won her first Grammy for Best R&B Performance for her hit song “ICU.” This platinum-certified track was featured on her EP “What I Didn’t Tell You” released under High Standardz/Def Jam Recordings. As she works on a new album, Jones continues to showcase her talent as a singer, songwriter, and actress in projects like Peacock’s “Bel-Air” and Netflix’s “Vampires vs. the Bronx.” Her latest single, “Most Beautiful Design,” features London On Da Track & Future.
Autumn Rowe: Grammy-Winning Songwriter
Songwriter, producer, and advocate Autumn Rowe received the Album of the Year award in 2022 for her contributions to Jon Batiste’s “We Are.” With credits including Alexis Jordan’s “Happiness” and collaborations with artists like Dua Lipa and Diana Ross, Rowe is a strong supporter of songwriter’s rights and women in music. She recently launched a joint venture publishing company with Spirit Music Group and a mentorship program with BMG and SONA called “Ask the Insider.”
Amanda Jones: Emmy-Nominated Composer
Amanda Jones made history as the first African-American woman nominated in the Primetime Emmy score category. Recognized for her outstanding music composition for Apple TV+’s documentary series “Home Season 1,” Jones also won a Daytime Emmy in 2023 for her original music on the same show. Her upcoming projects include the series “#1 On the Call Sheet” starring Halle Berry and Angela Bassett.
Entertainment by Niyah
DJ-producer Niyah will provide musical entertainment at the ASCAP Rhythm & Soul’s Women Behind the Music event. Past honorees include Kelly Rowland, Victoria Monét, Salt-N-Pepa, Summer Walker, Jazmine Sullivan, Nova Wav, Phylicia Fant, and Nicole Wyskoarko.
FAQs
Q: What is ASCAP Rhythm & Soul’s Women Behind the Music event?
A: ASCAP Rhythm & Soul’s Women Behind the Music event celebrates and honors outstanding women in the music industry for their contributions and achievements.
Q: Who are the honorees at this year’s ASCAP Women Behind the Music event?
A: The honorees for this year’s event are Coco Jones, Amanda Jones, and Autumn Rowe, recognized for their excellence in music.
Q: What awards has Coco Jones won?
A: Coco Jones won her first Grammy Award for Best R&B Performance and has been nominated for five Grammy Awards, demonstrating her talent and success in the music industry.
Q: What are Autumn Rowe’s contributions to the music industry?
A: Autumn Rowe is a Grammy-winning songwriter, producer, and advocate known for her work with artists like Jon Batiste, Alexis Jordan, and Dua Lipa. She is also a strong supporter of songwriter’s rights and women in music.
Q: What makes Amanda Jones a trailblazer in the music industry?
A: Amanda Jones is a groundbreaking composer who made history as the first African-American woman nominated in the Primetime Emmy score category. Her work on Apple TV+’s “Home Season 1” and upcoming projects showcase her talent and creativity in music composition.
Q: Who will provide entertainment at the ASCAP Women Behind the Music event?
A: DJ-producer Niyah will entertain guests at the ASCAP Women Behind the Music event, adding musical flair to the celebration of women in the music industry.
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