by Cedric ‘BIG CED’ Thornton
The Recording Academy’s Black Music Collective will honor three living legends, musical mastermind Pharrell Williams, R&B siren Brand, and gospel leader Kirk Franklin, during next year’s GRAMMYS Week.
The ceremony is part of the fourth annual Recording Academy Honors.
Pharrell will receive the Dr. Dre Global Impact Award. It is being awarded to him in recognition of his musical achievements, entrepreneurial innovation, philanthropic efforts, and global cultural influence.
Brandy and Franklin will receive the Black Music Icon Award, which honors Black music creators whose artistry, innovation, and service have shaped the industry and inspired generations worldwide.
“Pharrell, Brandy, and Kirk are true visionaries and masters of their craft. Each has built a legacy that transcends genre, defies convention, and shapes culture. Their artistry continues to inspire generations of artists around the world. I’m thrilled to join the Black Music Collective in honoring three of music’s brightest stars in January and celebrating their immeasurable contributions to the industry,” Recording Academy CEO Harvey Mason Jr. said in a written statement.
Past honorees include Alicia Keys, Dr. Dre, Jay-Z, and John Legend.
The Black Music Collective (BMC) is an advisory board of music-industry leaders dedicated to advancing opportunities for Black music creators and industry leaders.
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Source: Black Enterprise
