Ugandan musician GNL Zamba. PHOTO/FILE
Ugandan artiste GNL Zamba is a new member of the Grammy academy after his submission went through. We can reveal.
“Exciting news family!!! I am in the academy and have joined countless creators and professionals who serve, celebrate and advocate in the name of music year-round. It’s an honor be part of this year’s new recording academy member class,” posted GNL.
The Recording Academy is a music organization of musicians, producers, recording engineers and other recording professionals dedicated to improving the quality of life and cultural condition for music and its makers.
The Recording Academy, which began in 1957, is known for its Grammy Awards, the world’s most recognized music award. Celebrating music through the GRAMMY Awards for more than 50 years, The Recording Academy continues its rich legacy and ongoing growth as the premier outlet for honoring achievements in the recording arts and supporting the music community.
As the preeminent membership organization for thousands of musicians, producers, songwriters, engineers, and other music professionals, the Recording Academy’s mission is to advance artistic and technical excellence, work to ensure a vital and free creative environment, and act as an advocate on behalf of music and its makers.