Sheila E. Blasts Radio Stations For Not Compensating Artists

Grammy Award Winning artist Sheila E. says that when radio stations do not compensate artists it is "disrespectful". She says that she depends on radio, but that there is no partnership between artists and radio stations. (0:21)
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Sheila E. Chokes Up During Senate Judiciary Hearing

Grammy Award winning artist Sheila E. tearfully testified before the Senate Judiciary committee on the importance of passing the proposed Performance Rights Act, legislation that would require broadcast radio stations to directly pay the musicians they feature.

“I get emotional because I see what music does for…kids. Music is my life and it is not fair what is happening,” said Sheila E. (0:17)
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