Neil Portnow
Neil Portnow
Neil R. Portnowis the current president of the National Academy of Recording Arts and Sciences. Portnow was formerly the vice-president of the West Coast division of Jive Records...
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I have affection for these Grammy moments. One of the things we're able to do, unlike any other organization or TV show, is to conceptualize these unique pairings and deliver them.
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Our Academy represents thousands of music people across the country, many of whom were directly affected by the New Orleans tragedy. Music's Biggest Night wouldn't be complete if we didn't take this unique opportunity to pay homage to a region with such rich musical history and culture. New Orleans, we'll always be there for you.
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A key component of The Recording Academy, the Producers & Engineers Wing was established to serve our recording community's creative and technical professionals in a focused manner,
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With more than 25 years of experience on the creative and business side of the music and television industry, David brings passion and proven strategic leadership to this new position. David's lifelong pursuit of music in a variety of shapes and forms has given him a balanced perspective, which will be a vital asset to The Recording Academy. I am pleased to be working with him and our senior staff as we continue to move our organization forward in a relevant and effective manner.
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With the passing of Phil Walden, the music business has lost an eminent producer of great American music . One of the most influential creators of the Southern rock sound of the 1970s, Walden founded Capricorn Records and launched the careers of Otis Redding and Allman Brothers Band. We mourn his loss along with all of those who had the pleasure of knowing him .