Walter Thomas, BMI’s Marche Butler, Eric Bellinger, BMI’s Catherine Brewton, Wardell Malloy and Reggie Stewart at BMI Atlanta. (Photo: Alfonzo Mendoza for BMI)
Eric Bellinger brought his music into an intimate Atlanta setting, giving guests a closer look at the artist behind both his own recordings and songs written for others.
BMI published photographs and details November 12 from its November 4 celebration of the singer-songwriter’s self-titled album.
Wardell Malloy, Catherine Brewton and Bellinger above the Atlanta skyline. (Photo: Alfonzo Mendoza for BMI)
The private event included a listening session and conversation about his music. BMI’s Catherine Brewton and Wardell Malloy were among those pictured with Bellinger.
His songwriting credits include work for Usher, Chris Brown, Justin Bieber and Wale, alongside his own performing career.
The Atlanta gathering also fits into a broader series of events connecting music creators.
In a separate November 10 report, BMI detailed a songwriter mixer it co-hosted with Spotify in New York. That event brought together writers, producers and industry representatives for networking, a performance and a conversation with artist Mei Semones.
The events served different audiences, but both placed the people creating music in direct conversation with listeners and industry peers.
For aspiring Atlanta artists, Bellinger’s career offers a useful reminder that songwriting and performing can develop alongside each other. A recognizable voice may be only one part of the work that builds a lasting music career.
Inside the celebration: the toast, the conversations and the creators. (Photos: Alfonzo Mendoza for BMI)
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