WHO:
GRAMMYs on The Hill^® honorees include U.S. Representative Howard Berman (D-Calif.) and eight-time GRAMMY^® winner John Mayer. The event will be hosted by NBC News correspondent Luke Russert with special guests including folk/rock artist Donovan, blues legend and six-time GRAMMY winner Buddy Guy, Cheap Trick lead guitarist Rick Nielsen, songwriter Monty Powell (Lady Antebellum, Keith Urban, Martina McBride), Secretary of Health and Human Services Sec.Kathleen Sebelius, Recording Academy President/CEO Neil Portnow, and Recording Academy Chair Emeritus and five-time GRAMMY winner Jimmy Jam, and musical surprises.

WHAT:
GRAMMYs on The Hill has been called "Washington's most interesting mix of music and politics." It includes two days of music advocacy connecting top music makers with members of Congress in Washington, D.C. in an effort to inform policy makers of the important role the recording arts play in the nation's culture and economy. The Recording Academy's annual advocacy event honors outstanding legislators who work to improve the environment for music makers and artists who use the power of music to improve our lives. A cocktail reception will precede the awards ceremony. GRAMMYs on The Hill Awards is sponsored by SESAC.

WHEN:
Wednesday, April 25, 2012

 (Deadline to RSVP: Tuesday, April 24. Media must show picture I.D. when picking up credentials at media check-in on event day).

WHERE:
Liaison Capitol Hill Hotel
415 New Jersey Avenue Northwest
Washington, D.C

Established in 1957, The Recording Academy is an organization of musicians, producers, engineers and recording professionals that is dedicated to improving the cultural condition and quality of life for music and its makers. Internationally known for the GRAMMY Awards — the preeminent peer-recognized award for musical excellence and the most credible brand in music — The Recording Academy is responsible for groundbreaking professional development, cultural enrichment, advocacy, education and human services programs. The Academy continues to focus on its mission of recognizing musical excellence, advocating for the well-being of music makers and ensuring music remains an indelible part of our culture. For more information about The Academy, please visit www.grammy.com. For breaking news and exclusive content, follow @TheGRAMMYs on Twitter, like "The GRAMMYs" on Facebook, and join The GRAMMYs' social communities on YouTube, Tumblr, Foursquare, GetGlue, and Instagram.

Media Contacts:

Jill Collins/Jill Collins Public Relations Group
jill@jillcollinspr.com/703.716.0925
Cell: 703.626.5797

Jennifer Livingston/The Recording Academy
Jennifer.livingston@grammy.com/310.392.3777