The Recording Academy is working to expand its global efforts for artists in rapidly advancing spaces. The Academy announced Tuesday it has inked agreements with Ministries of Cultures and key stakeholders across the Middle East and Africa to collaborate on strengthening the Academy’s presence and services in these music regions.
“This is exciting because music is one of humanity’s greatest natural resources,” said Harvey Mason jr., CEO of the Recording Academy. “It is critical that the people who dedicate themselves to creating music have support, resources and opportunities, no matter where they are from.”
In a press release, the Academy divulged it has been working with leaders throughout these regions, participating in listening sessions, receiving high-level briefings, tours, demonstrations, and obtaining insight directly from both the governmental ministries and music creators driving innovation in these markets for the last two years.