07/16/2024
ANNOUNCEMENT: October 27th at the Grand Ole Opry House for the 10th Annual Josie Music Awards, the legendary Randy Edelman will perform after he receives his Songwriters Legend Award. Very few figures command as much respect and admiration as this legendary songwriter and music creator. With a career that spans decades, his work has touched the hearts and minds of millions around the globe. His timeless and universal melodies have become the soundtrack to countless lives. Randy Edelman’s profound influence on the music industry is undeniable, and his legacy inspires new generations of artists. Randy is a Billboard charting composer of over 100 film scores, including My Cousin Vinny, Beethoven, The Mask, Last of the Mohicans, The Boy Next Door, Kindergarten Cop, 27 Dresses, and Ghostbusters 2, to name a few. As a songwriter, Randy has many hit songs with Nelly, Patti Labelle, Barry Manilow, Olivia Newton-John, Kool and the Gang, Willie Nelson, Bing Crosby, and so many more. He has also written the Olympic Theme for the last 20 years. Randy is an accomplished, award-winning songwriter with multiple awards, including Emmy and BMI Awards.