BMI is expanding its iconic Acoustic Lounge series to more cities, including Nashville, New York City, Austin, Los Angeles, Atlanta, Miami, and London. The series, which began in Los Angeles in 2005, offers emerging songwriters a stage to perform new music and share their stories. Now, in partnership with Shure, a leader in audio technology, BMI is elevating the showcase experience by offering top-tier audio quality.
The Acoustic Lounge series has been a staple for talent discovery, and this year’s expansion brings it to even more music-loving audiences. Austin’s Saxon Songwriters Series was rebranded to the Acoustic Lounge in 2024, marking the start of a broader movement. Alongside this, new showcases were introduced in Atlanta, Miami, and London this summer, offering BMI’s emerging talent new platforms to connect with fans and industry professionals alike.
Nina Carter, BMI’s Executive Director of Creative, Partnerships & Events, shared her excitement about the expansion, saying, “We’re thrilled to provide more opportunities for our talented BMI songwriters to perform and connect with new fans.” Shure’s partnership adds value, bringing high-quality sound to the showcases. “We’re incredibly proud to support the BMI Acoustic Lounge series, elevating the artists with exceptional audio experiences,” said Laura Davidson, Senior Market Development Manager at Shure.
The BMI Acoustic Lounge series is an open event, offering attendees a chance to witness the creative process behind the music. It has previously featured top artists like Ray Benson, JORDY, Lucky Daye, Lauv, and K. Michelle. Upcoming events include:
8/19/25 – Nashville at The Bluebird Café @ 6:00pm (tickets available)
8/26/25 – New York City at Pete’s Candy Store @ 8:30pm (free)
9/1/25 – Austin at Saxon Pub @ 6:00pm (free)
9/8/25 – Los Angeles at Hotel Café @ 6:45pm (free)
Stay tuned to @BMI socials and bmi.com for details on future showcases in Atlanta, London, and Miami.
Additionally, BMI members can now access a special benefit through Shure’s partnership with BMI Spark. This exclusive program offers a 10% discount on select premium Shure products, helping creators enhance their sound with high-quality audio equipment.
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