Grammys on the Hill

An all-star group honors Quincy Jones, Senator Edward Kennedy and Representative Marsha Blackburn

Washington, DC's Willard Intercontinental Hotel was the scene for The Recording Academy's 7th annual "Grammys on the Hill" dinner gala on September 5. The event, of which ASCAP is a co-sponsor, recognizes the achievements of legislators and artists whose support makes a difference for the music community. Among the honorees were: ASCAP member Quincy Jones, Senator Edward M. Kennedy (D-MA) and Representative Marsha Blackburn (R-TN).

Pictured at the Dinner are (l-r): Recording Academy President Neil Portnow, songwriter Desmond Child, Jones, Asleep at the Wheel's Ray Benson, ASCAP's Karen Sherry, Recording Academy National Chairman Jimmy Jam, blues artist Keb' Mo', and songwriter/producer John Rich (Big & Rich).