Roberto Neri

End Ghostwriting - The Ivors Academy A campaign from The Ivors Academy to end ghostwriting in media composition. Composers can sign a pledge to help ensure credit where it's due.

At Ivors, we’ve been cooking this over the past year.

If you’re a media composer with a team, we hope you consider signing this pledge. Bonus points if your employees are part of the royalty splits to guarantee an income that’ll accrue for the rest of their lives.

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🎙️ The Ivors Academy CEO @robertoneri.bsky.social talks with Ashaine White about why we’re fighting for proper AI regulation: tech companies must seek music-creator consent before using their work to train models.

#theivorsacademy #aiinmusic #musiccreators #musicrights #creatorsconsent

The Ivors Academy’s CEO Roberto Neri named in Billboard’s inaugural UK Power Players list : The Ivors Academy The Ivors Academy CEO Roberto Neri is honoured in Billboard’s first UK Power Players list for championing fair pay, rights protection and a fairer future for music creators.

Congratulations to our CEO @robertoneri.bsky.social, named in @billboard.com’s inaugural UK Power Players list!

"Our mission is built on three pillars: protecting, empowering and celebrating music creators"

Neri’s advocacy for fair pay and rights protection is shaping a fairer future for music.

Bloc Party to be honoured with an Ivor Novello Award for their Outstanding Song Collection

This award recognises the pioneering indie-rock band’s exceptional songwriting ability and lasting legacy throughout their 25-year career.

With just two weeks to go, we’re thrilled to confirm that Rebecca Lucy Taylor AKA Self Esteem, will join Guy Garvey for a headline conversation at the flagship Ivors Academy Summit.

🎟️ Don't miss out - book your tickets now.
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The Ivors Academy Summit supported by ICE and PRS for Music A new one-day event to empower songwriters and composers with knowledge, tools and connections to thrive in the music industry.

Through podcast-style conversations and practical workshops, the Summit offers knowledge, connections, and tools to thrive in today's evolving music landscape.

Explore the full programme and secure your place here 👇

#musicindustry #musicpublishing #songwriters #composers #musicbusiness

David Arnold and Anne Nikitin in conversation at The Ivors Academy Summit 2025 : The Ivors Academy The Summit is a major new event designed to empower songwriters and composers with the practical knowledge, tools and connections to make the right choices for their careers. David Arnold, Fellow and ...

The Ivors Academy Summit programme is now live.

Taking place during Ivors Week, this flagship event brings together leading voices to empower songwriters, composers, and music industry professionals.

Ahead of the 70th edition of The Ivors, our CEO @robertoneri.bsky.social speaks to Music Week about the Academy’s mission to protect, empower and celebrate songwriters and composers.

🎙️ Read the full interview in the latest issue of Music Week 👇

#theivorsacademy #supportingsongwriters

Our CEO @robertoneri.bsky.social spoke to @billboard.com about the UK government’s Spring Statement.

Read the full story here 👇
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#musicindustry #ukmusic #bbc #artscouncil #springstatement #billboard #musicnews #culturematters

We get it, surveys aren’t the most exciting thing.

But this one will help shape the future of the music industry.

@ukmusic.bsky.social's 2025 economic survey takes just 10 minutes and your answers help us fight for better support for music creators.

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Thank you Ed. The power of music is a fundamental part of wellbeing and all children deserve to be able to learn to play musical instruments. More than ever, human creativity needs to be championed and children shouldn’t be denied the opportunity to engage directly with their creativity.

@robertoneri.bsky.social, CEO of The Ivors Academy: “At a time when AI threatens to undermine human creativity, U2’s Fellowship stands as a testament to the irreplaceable role of songwriters and composers in shaping culture and inspiring change.”

The first announcement from what’s to come on 22nd May and our 70th year of the most prestigious and respected music awards on the planet.

U2 to receive songwriting’s highest honour: Fellowship of The Ivors Academy 🏆

Bono, The Edge, Adam Clayton and Larry Mullen Jr. make history as the first Irish songwriters inducted into the Fellowship of The Ivors Academy, the highest accolade the Academy bestows. ✍️

We want to honour the best creators and executives who have made a difference. Put someone forward and make sure you’re there to see the champions of Songwriters and Composers!! 2nd October is a date not to miss.

For songwriters and composers, navigating today’s music industry isn’t just about creativity, it’s about ownership, opportunity, and adaptation.

That’s why we’re launching The Ivors Academy Summit on Tuesday 20th May at BFI IMAX, London.

#Songwriters #Composers #MusicPublishing

Our CEO @robertoneri.bsky.social spoke with BBC Newsbeat about the ongoing conversation around Chappell Roan’s GRAMMYs speech—and why fair pay for songwriters and composers can’t be ignored any longer.

🎥 Watch, share, and help spread the message.

#MusicIndustry #FairPayForSongwriters

The Ivors Academy calls for industry action to pay music creators fairly. Ahead of meeting with the Minister for the Creative Industries and Arts, the Academy is lobbying for fairer pay and protections for songwriters and composers.

Ahead of today’s meeting with the UK government and @chrisbryant1962.bsky.social, Minister for the Creative Industries and Arts, we are highlighting the growing challenges songwriters and composers face in earning a sustainable income.

Read the full story here 👇
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Been tricky to explain Spotify aren’t the *only* problem.

It was always ‘Fuck Spotify’ without looking at who the biggest winners are.

So Spotify have been mentioned less.

But, right now, they seriously need calling out - fake artists, hurting songwriters, defunding etc.

It’s pretty horrific.

📢 Tom Gray re-elected as Chair of The Ivors Academy.

“There is unfinished business.” - @automatom.bsky.social

A passionate advocate for songwriters and composers, Tom’s leadership has driven real movement in government and the music industry.

📸 Kenny McKracken

Roberto Neri giving a speech at the Council of Music Makers' Christmas Party with David Martin, Annabella Coldrick, Naomi Phol and Caroline Dinenage MP.

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The Council of Music Makers' Christmas Party was a fantastic way to wrap up the year!

We're proud to work alongside the FAC, MMF, @ukmpg.bsky.social and @wearethemu.bsky.social to support the songwriters, composers, musicians, producers and managers behind the music we all love.

Photo of the Chief Executive of The Ivors Academy Roberto Neri in a suit with the text: Songwriters and media composers face losing nearly a quarter of their income by 2028 due to generative AI. It's urgent that legislators act. Tranparency, fair pay and control and non-negotiatable

‼️ Songwriters and media composers face losing nearly a quarter of their income by 2028 due to AI.

At the same time, AI companies stand to gain €4bn from the unlicensed reproduction of creators’ works.

@robertoneri.bsky.social responds to CISAC's study 👉 bit.ly/4f2yStC

#GenerativeAI #MusicAI

Lana Del Rey, KT Tunstall and Victoria Canal with their Ivor Novello Awards with the logo The Ivors with Amazon Music and text announcing that entries are open.

Entries for The Ivors with Amazon Music 2025 are officially open! 🎶✨

Visit this link to learn more about the entry process, access the rulebook, and submit your entry. 👇
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If you have any questions, please email us at awards@ivorsacademy.com 📩

I am thrilled to welcome our new Board members. There’s never been a more urgent time to address critical issues facing songwriters and composers, and the expertise of our Board will be invaluable to help address and protect their interests, empower them & champion their creativity.

Group of songwriters and composers elected to The Ivors Academy Board - Iain Archer, David Arnold, Fiona Bevan, Ines Dunn, Lizzie Esau, Paloma Faith, Tom Gray, Eve Horne, Dru Masters, Orphy Robinson, Mika Sellens, Tinie Tempah and Ayanna Witter-Johnson

We're announcing our newly-elected Board of Directors!

We’re thrilled to share that 13 outstanding songwriters and composers have been elected to our Board.

This marks a significant step to ensure that songwriters and composers are at the core of our decisions and strategy.

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Group photo of The Ivors Academy staff team and Chair of the Board at The Ivors 2024 nominations launch party.

Hi! Welcome to The Ivors Academy on Bluesky.

We’re here to protect, empower and champion songwriters and composers.

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The Ivors Academy’s Response to This Is Music 2024 Discover The Ivors Academy’s response to This Is Music 2024, addressing systemic barriers, fair revenue, and AI’s impact on songwriters and composers. Learn how we’re championing creators and advocati...

The This Is Music 2024 report highlights growth in performance royalties and exports but highlights challenges for songwriters and composers.

From fairer streaming shares to AI transparency, we are advocating for creators' rights to create sustainable growth.

👉 Read more: bit.ly/3UYKc2H

Great article and thanks for the mention Tom.