WASHINGTON, D.C. (CelebrityAccess) — SoundExchange presented legendary singer-songwriter and recording artist Billy Joel with the SoundExchange Hall of Fame Award, recognizing his achievements as one of the most streamed artists in the organization’s history.
Joel has been a SoundExchange member since its inception in 2003. SoundExchange administers its neighboring rights royalties through more than 65 agreements with counterpart organizations, covering 88% of the global neighboring rights market.
“Billy Joel is an American musical icon, a performer with an unrivaled catalog of hits and beloved deep cuts. He has maintained and increased his popularity over time, winning new generations of fans with his indelible songs and performances,” said Michael Huppe, President and CEO of SoundExchange. “Billy has not only been a significant presence through nearly every major shift in physical musical formats, but he is also one of the digital era’s most streamed artists. We are thrilled and honored to present Billy Joel with the SoundExchange Hall of Fame Award.”
