Fact #87188
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The 44th annual Songwriters Hall of Fame Awards ceremony is held at
The Marriott Marquis Hotel, New York City, USA. Sting presents
Elton John and Bernie Taupin with the Johnny Mercer Award for
lifetime achievement. New inductees include Steven Tyler and Joe
Perry of Aerosmith; Mick Jones and Lou Gramm of Foreigner; JD
Souther and Tony Hatch. The Hal David Starlight Award for rising
talent goes to Benny Blanco, co-writer and producer of hits for
Katy Perry, Ke$ha and Maroon 5.
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