SoundExchange Honors Common with Music Fairness Award

The accomplished rapper and artist Common has been recognized for his staunch advocacy of creators' rights, earning him the prestigious SoundExchange Music Fairness Award. Common, who has an impressive array of accolades including an Academy Award, Emmy, and three GRAMMYs, has now been acknowledged for his efforts beyond the entertainment industry, specifically in championing the rights of music creators.

A Champion for Creators' Rights

SoundExchange, a leading music technology organization, has praised Common for his support of the American Music Fairness Act (AMFA). Through his advocacy, Common has stood up for the right of performance artists to receive fair compensation when their music is played on terrestrial radio. Michael Huppe, the CEO and President of SoundExchange, commended Common's dedication to the cause, also noting his respected status in music and achievements as an actor, poet, and philanthropist.

Celebrating Common's Achievements

At SoundExchange's 20th anniversary event held at The Anthem in Washington, D.C., Common was formally presented with the award, placing him among past honorees such as Gloria Estefan and Dionne Warwick. Beyond this recognition, Common has been active in his creative pursuits, starring in shows like 'Silo' on Apple TV+ and making his Broadway debut in 'Between Riverside and Crazy.' His musical work also continues to inspire; his latest albums, 'A Beautiful Revolution Pt. 2' and 'A Beautiful Revolution Pt. 1,' have added to his legacy while his written memoir 'Let Love Have the Last Word' became a bestseller. His commitment to community and advocacy is reflected in the nonprofit Imagine Justice and the Common Ground Foundation, each aiming to address crucial issues in society.

About SoundExchange

SoundExchange operates with the vision of a fair and efficient music industry, administrating the Section 114 sound recording license and ensuring royalties are gathered and distributed to music creators. With more than $10 billion in payouts, the organization remains at the forefront, supporting over 650,000 music creators through its advanced technological and data-driven solutions.

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