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United States Amanda Williams is a Grammy-nominated songwriter and music business professional based in Nashville, renowned for her significant contributions to music copyright law and artist education.
In 2011, Amanda Colleen Williams, in collaboration with Bluewater Music Services Corp., set a legal precedent by changing the common terminology used in copyright contracts from 'exploit' to 'employ.' This change aimed to better protect songwriters' rights. The partnership involved legal and business aspects of music publishing.
Amanda Colleen Williams developed and delivers her Songlife Ready Set Write™ team-building program as part of educational work through the United States Department of State. This includes leading workshops and programs in various U.S. Embassies around the world.
Amanda Colleen Williams, as the founder of Songpreneurs, LLC, received special recognition from the United States Department of Labor. This acknowledgment highlights her contributions as an entrepreneur and her work in fostering education and mentoring within the music industry.
Amanda Colleen Williams co-wrote 'Beer Run' for Garth Brooks, which was nominated for a Grammy for Best Vocal Collaboration. She also wrote two other songs recorded by Garth Brooks, contributing to her 17-times multi-platinum awarded status based on albums sold worldwide. This partnership involves significant songwriting contributions to his discography.
Amanda Colleen Williams co-wrote 'Beer Run' which was recorded by George Jones and Garth Brooks, earning a Grammy nomination for Best Vocal Collaboration. This collaboration involved her songwriting expertise for a prominent musical release.
Amanda Colleen Williams collaborated on writing a song titled 'Jericho Road' with Ambassador Andrew Young. She performed this song at his 90th birthday party, highlighting a significant and personal artistic partnership.
Amanda Colleen Williams is a second-generation professional songwriter, born into a musical family, and has significantly impacted the music industry through her songwriting and advocacy. Her songs have featured on albums that have sold over 17 million units worldwide, certified by the RIAA. A key career milestone occurred in 2011 when she, with Bluewater Music Services Corp, set a legal precedent by changing the common terminology in copyright contracts from ‘exploit’ to ’employ,’ which aimed to improve the fairness of agreements for creators in the music business. This achievement reflects her commitment to ethical practices within the industry.
Beyond songwriting, Williams is dedicated to education and cultural diplomacy. She developed the Songlife Ready Set Write™ team-building program, which she delivers at various institutions, including the United States Department of State, K-12 schools, corporations, and U.S. Embassies globally. In 2010, Amanda founded Hillbilly Culture, LLC, an enhanced music publishing company, and later established Songpreneurs, LLC to offer education and mentorship to aspiring music professionals. Her efforts have earned her special recognition from the United States Department of Labor for her contributions as a Songpreneurs Founder.
Her songwriting credits include co-writing “Beer Run,” a Grammy-nominated song for Best Vocal Collaboration recorded by Garth Brooks and George Jones. She has also contributed to two other Garth Brooks songs, leading to her 17-times multi-platinum awarded status. Another notable collaboration involved writing “Jericho Road” with Ambassador Andrew Young, a song she performed at his 90th birthday celebration. As an Official Arts Envoy with the United States of America & IP Program Developer/Pilot, she has utilized her expertise to create curriculum-based lesson plans for various educational levels, integrating fine arts and English language arts, and has studied multiple languages to further her international work.
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